Learning theorists argue that anxiety disorders are conditioned through the process of ________.
A)negative punishment
B)negative reinforcement
C)positive punishment
D)positive reinforcement

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Negative reinforcement occurs when an unpleasant stimulus is removed or avoided after a behavior is performed, increasing the likelihood of the behavior being repeated in the future. Anxiety disorders can be conditioned through this process when an individual learns that certain behaviors or situations can help them avoid or escape anxiety-provoking stimuli.

Learning Theorists Argue That Anxiety Disorders Are Conditioned Through the Process