Self-punishment is not as effective in changing behavior as self-reward. However, it can be effective when coupled with self-reward. This is because self-reward serves as a motivator while self-punishment serves as a deterrent. Also, self-punishment should not be so aversive that it causes a person to become discouraged and stop trying to change their behavior.

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Self-Punishment

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Self-punishment

A) is as effective in changing behavior as self-reward.
B) is most effective in changing behavior when it is also coupled with self-reward.
C) is effective in behavior change even when individuals stop performing the target behavior.
D) becomes increasingly effective as the punishment becomes increasingly aversive.

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