Alicia is an avid online poker player. She spends hours every day playing poker online. Initially, she played because she really enjoyed the game and it gave her an exciting feeling. However, over the past few months she has noticed that she experiences higher anxiety levels if she has not played in a while and she feels like she needs to play to reduce this anxiety.
-Initially,Alicia's poker playing habit was maintained by ________________.

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Initially, Alicia's poker playing habit was maintained by positive reinforcement, as she played for the enjoyment and the exciting feeling it gave her, which are positive outcomes that encouraged her to continue the behavior.

Alicia Is an Avid Online Poker Player