A conditioning perspective would emphasize that ________ leads those with an obsessive-compulsive disorder to frequently repeat their compulsive behaviors.

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A conditioning perspective would attribute the frequent repetition of compulsive behaviors in those with obsessive-compulsive disorder to reinforcement, either positive (e.g. reducing anxiety) or negative (e.g. avoiding a feared consequence). Through repeated reinforcement, the compulsive behavior becomes a habitual response to certain triggers or situations, leading to a cycle of compulsions and anxiety.

A Conditioning Perspective Would Emphasize That ________ Leads Those with an Obsessive-Compulsive