Extinction sometimes results in _____, which is a common symptom of _____.
A) a high level of activity; manic-depressive disorder
B) a low level of activity; depression
C) ritualistic behavior patterns; obsessive-compulsive disorder
D) pain behavior; psychosomatic disorders

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Extinction, in behavioral psychology, often leads to a decrease in activity as the organism stops receiving reinforcement for a previously reinforced behavior. This decrease in activity can be likened to symptoms of depression, where individuals often experience a significant reduction in their level of activity and engagement in life.

Extinction Sometimes Results in _____, Which Is a Common Symptom