Julius is obsessed with avoiding germs and feels compelled to bathe at least 10 times a day.His therapist suggests that Julius continues his maladaptive bathing because this behavior temporarily reduced his anxiety on many past occasions.The therapist's suggestion most directly reflects a ________ perspective.

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The therapist's suggestion reflects the learning perspective, specifically the concept of operant conditioning, where behaviors are reinforced by the consequences that follow them. In this case, Julius has learned that bathing reduces his anxiety, so he continues to engage in this behavior.

Julius Is Obsessed with Avoiding Germs and Feels Compelled to Bathe