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Claire Combs
on Dec 15, 2024
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When animals are exposed to brief shock,their initial reaction is hyperactivity followed by hypoactivity.If a conditioned stimulus is paired with the shock,the results will be ______.
A) conditioning of hyperactivity known as the acquired excitement response
B) conditioning of increased sensitivity to pain known as the hyperalgesia response
C) conditioning of the freezing response known as a conditioned emotional response
D) conditioning of a decreased sensitivity to pain known as the conditioned hyperalgesia response
Freezing Response
A behavioral reaction to a threatening stimulus characterized by immobility and the cessation of all movement, considered a survival mechanism.
Conditioned Emotional Response
The ability of a conditioned stimulus (CS) to elicit emotional reactions as a result of the association of the CS with a painful event.
Hyperactivity
A condition characterized by abnormal levels of activity, impulsivity, and difficulty maintaining attention, often associated with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
- Describe the foundational concepts that lead to the formation of conditioned responses.
- Identify the components that affect the creation and potency of conditioned responses.
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Learning Objectives
- Describe the foundational concepts that lead to the formation of conditioned responses.
- Identify the components that affect the creation and potency of conditioned responses.