A child is constantly in trouble at school for disrupting the class. How would a learning psychologist view this situation?

A) There is conflict in the child's home, and he unconsciously wants to hurt his parents.
B) The child may have damage to a specific part of his brain.
C) The child's diet is lacking in essential minerals and vitamins.
D) The child receives attention (which is reinforcing) only when he is disruptive.

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Nargiza Yuldasheva · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  A learning psychologist would view this situation as potentially being reinforced by attention. The child may not be receiving attention at other times, so they act out in order to receive it in the form of reprimands or corrections from the teacher. This behavior can be addressed through positive reinforcement of appropriate behavior and providing attention for positive actions. No evidence suggests that the child has conflicts at home or specific brain damage, and diet-related behavior is unlikely to cause consistent disruption in class.

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