Learning Theory of Gambling Addiction (AQA A-Level Psychology): Quizzes

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Learning Theory of Gambling Addiction
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How does DSM-5 classify problem gambling?

As an addictive disorder

Which reinforcement schedule produces the most persistent learned behaviours?

Variable reinforcement

What role does media play in vicarious reinforcement for gambling?

Highlights winners & excitement

How does negative reinforcement maintain gambling behaviour?

By removing anxieties & stress

What did Skinner find about partial vs continuous reinforcement?

Partial produces more persistence

Which are examples of secondary reinforcers in gambling?

Betting shop atmosphere & scratchcards

What did Dickerson (1979) find about high-frequency gamblers?

They bet in final 2 mins before races

Why is learning theory weak at explaining some gambling types?

Time delays challenge temporal contiguity

What individual difference challenges learning theory (Griffiths & Delfabbro)?

Some successfully stop permanently

Which phase can learning theory not adequately explain (Brown, 1987)?

Initiation of gambling

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