Which of the following perspectives claims that shaping may play a big role in the development of some cases of dissociative identity disorder?
A) behavioral
B) humanistic
C) biological
D) psychoanalytic

Question

Which of the following perspectives claims that shaping may play a big role in the development of some cases of dissociative identity disorder?
A) behavioral 
B) humanistic
C) biological
D) psychoanalytic

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The behavioral perspective emphasizes the role of environmental factors in shaping behavior, including the development of dissociative identity disorder. Shaping refers to the process of reinforcing successive approximations of a desired behavior. In the case of dissociative identity disorder, shaping may occur through reinforcing different identities and encouraging their development over time.

Which of the Following Perspectives Claims That Shaping May Play