Which scenario illustrates a response-prevention procedure?
A) An overly aggressive hockey player is sent to the penalty box and not allowed to return to the ice for 15 minutes.
B) A socially anxious student is not allowed to clutch a "lucky charm" while making a class presentation.
C) A football player who has suffered a serious concussion is not allowed to play for six weeks.
D) A puppy bites a little boy who is playing with it too roughly.

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Response-prevention refers to preventing an individual from performing a specific behavior. In choice B, preventing the student from clutching a "lucky charm" directly stops them from engaging in a specific action (holding the charm) during a stressful situation, which is a clear example of response-prevention.

Which Scenario Illustrates a Response-Prevention Procedure