Overview
Behaviour and stimulus response is a fundamental concept in psychology that explains how organisms react to their environment. By understanding stimuli and responses, we can better comprehend how behaviours are formed and modified. This knowledge is crucial in various fields, including therapy, educ...
Key Terms
Example: A loud noise can be a stimulus that causes a startle response.
Example: Flinching when hearing a sudden sound is a response.
Example: Pavlov's dogs learned to salivate at the sound of a bell.
Example: Giving a dog a treat for sitting on command is positive reinforcement.
Example: Scolding a child for misbehaving is a form of punishment.
Example: A bell ringing before food is presented to dogs.
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advancedKey Concepts
StimulusResponseConditioningReinforcement