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AArron stone Karthik
on Nov 22, 2024Verified
The concept of biological preparedness helps to explain why
A) learning to fear snakes is just as easy as learning to fear lamps.
B) it is impossible to develop two fears at the same time.
C) all stimuli have an equal potential for becoming specific phobias.
D) learning to fear snakes is easier than learning to fear lamps.
E) learning is not a necessary component in the development of phobias.
Biological Preparedness
Refers to the idea that humans and animals are biologically prepared to fear certain stimuli as opposed to others. That is, evolution has “hard-wired” organisms to easily learn those associations that facilitate species survival.
Specific Phobias
Intense, irrational fears of specific objects or situations that lead to avoidance behavior and significant distress.
Learning To Fear
The process through which fear responses are acquired through experiences or observations of certain stimuli.
- Elucidate the concepts and studies surrounding the biological and behavioral dimensions of fear and anxiety.
Verified Answer
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Learning Objectives
- Elucidate the concepts and studies surrounding the biological and behavioral dimensions of fear and anxiety.