Alcohol causes mild euphoria, which would be classified as ______________. When a person feels anxious or uncomfortable, drinking provides escape from these feelings, which would be classified as ____________________.
A) positive reinforcement; negative reinforcement
B) negative reinforcement; positive reinforcement
C) positive punishment; negative reinforcement
D) negative punishment; negative reinforcement
E) positive punishment; positive reinforcement

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Mild euphoria is a positive experience, therefore it would be classified as positive reinforcement. Drinking to escape negative emotions or feelings would be classified as negative reinforcement, as it is the removal or avoidance of an aversive stimulus (anxiety or discomfort).

Alcohol Causes Mild Euphoria, Which Would Be Classified as ______________