Every time Miguel had a headache, his mother let him miss school. Now, as an adult, his headaches have become more frequent. His head pounds any time he is required to do something he would rather not do. This is a _____ explanation of conversion symptoms.

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The behavioral explanation suggests that Miguel's headaches are reinforced by the avoidance of undesirable tasks, a pattern learned from his childhood experiences.

Every Time Miguel Had a Headache, His Mother Let Him