Which of the following behavioral principles is most likely the explanation for why it is difficult to keep people taking preventative medicines?
A) Learned helplessness
B) Negative punishment
C) Nondiscriminated avoidance
D) Signaled avoidance

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Nondiscriminated avoidance explains the difficulty in maintaining preventative medication regimens because the avoidance behavior (taking medication) is not linked to a specific, immediate cue or consequence, making it harder for individuals to see the direct benefit or necessity of the action, leading to less consistent adherence.

Which of the Following Behavioral Principles Is Most Likely the Explanation