A person says he or she grew up with the message that only promiscuous people engage in oral sex. The first time he or she had oral sex he or she did not enjoy it. He or she now feels bad because his or her current partner would like to have oral sex, but he or she cannot stand the thought of it. Which theory would be most likely to look at the external and internal factors impacting this person?
A) Psychoanalytical
B) Social learning
C) Feminist
D) Behavioral

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The social learning theory emphasizes the impact of external factors, such as cultural messages and social norms, as well as internal factors, such as personal beliefs and experiences, on behavior. This theory would be best suited to understanding the person's experience growing up with the message that oral sex is only for promiscuous people and how this message may be influencing their current aversion to it. Additionally, the theory's focus on learning through observation and reinforcement may help to explain why the person did not enjoy their first experience with oral sex and why they are now hesitant to engage in it with their partner.

A Person Says He or She Grew Up with the Message