The concept of a conditioned compensatory response best helps in understanding ________.
A) drug overdoses
B) taste aversions
C) phobias
D) immune functioning

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Conditioned compensatory responses are physiological reactions opposite to the effect of a drug, developed through classical conditioning. When a drug is taken in a consistent context, the body prepares by eliciting opposite responses to counteract the drug's effects. This can lead to overdoses if the drug is taken in a new context, as the body does not prepare its compensatory response, leading to a stronger effect of the drug.

The Concept of a Conditioned Compensatory Response Best Helps in Understanding