Every time he drinks, Boris has a painful hangover the morning after. But he continues to drink because just a couple of drinks begin to reduce his anxiety. Boris' continued drinking illustrates the power of

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Boris' continued drinking despite the negative consequences (hangovers) is due to the immediate reinforcement he experiences from reduced anxiety after just a couple of drinks. This emphasizes the power of immediate reinforcement in maintaining behavior, even if it has negative long-term consequences.

Every Time He Drinks, Boris Has a Painful Hangover the Morning