Knowledge quiz-Explanation of phobias Flashcards
1
Q
Seligman argued that we have an innate predisposition to certain fears. What did he
term this?
A
Biological preparedness
2
Q
What type of phobia can Mowrer’s model not explain?
A
Phobias without triggers
3
Q
In the study of Little Albert, what was the unconditioned stimulus?
A
The loud noise
4
Q
Name Mowrer’s explanation of phobias
A
Two-process model
5
Q
What acts as negative reinforcement in the maintenance of phobias?
A
Reduction in anxiety
6
Q
According to the behaviourist approach how are phobias acquired?
A
Through classical condiitoning
