In the phenomenon known as "operant" control of pain, the pain behaviors manifested by an individual are determined by

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Operant control of pain involves the behavior of an individual being reinforced or punished by the social consequences that follow. For example, if a person is rewarded for displaying pain behaviors (such as receiving attention or sympathy), they are more likely to continue those behaviors. On the other hand, if the person experiences negative consequences (such as being ignored or criticized), they may be less likely to display those behaviors. The other choices are not directly related to operant control of pain.

In the Phenomenon Known as "Operant" Control of Pain, the Pain