Kyle is experiencing headaches and his partner has taken over the household chores. Research by Pence et al. (2008) would suggest that Kyle's headaches are likely to
A) increase in intensity.
B) decrease in intensity.
C) completely disappear.
D) disappear until his partner makes him do the chores again.

Question

​Kyle is experiencing headaches and his partner has taken over the household chores. Research by Pence et al. (2008) would suggest that Kyle's headaches are likely to
A) ​increase in intensity.
B) ​decrease in intensity.
C) ​completely disappear.
D) ​disappear until his partner makes him do the chores again.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

According to Pence et al. (2008), when someone receives attention or relief from responsibilities due to a condition like headaches, it can reinforce the behavior, potentially leading to an increase in intensity.

​Kyle Is Experiencing Headaches and His Partner Has Taken Over

Kyle Is Experiencing Headaches and His Partner Has Taken Over