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 a learning perspective, specifically the principles of operant conditioning. The behavior of excessive bathing has been reinforced in the past by reducing Julius's anxiety, leading him to continue the behavior despite its maladaptive nature.

Julius Is Obsessed with Avoiding Germs and Feels Compelled to Bathe