Which of the following theories uses both positive reinforcement and negative reinforcement to explain why the "crash" that follows the initial euphoria of drug use is not a deterrent to further drug use?

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The opponent-process theory suggests that drug use triggers both a positive reinforcement process (euphoria) and a negative reinforcement process (the body's attempt to counteract the effects of the drug). The initial positive effect is short-lived, while the negative effect takes longer to set in. Over time, the negative effect becomes stronger and more pronounced, leading to a "crash" or withdrawal symptoms. However, this negative effect can also become pleasurable in and of itself, leading individuals to seek out the drug again to avoid the negative crash. This theory suggests that both positive and negative reinforcement play a role in the cycle of drug addiction.

Which of the Following Theories Uses Both Positive Reinforcement and Negative