Overview
An unconditioned stimulus (US) is a fundamental concept in classical conditioning, representing a stimulus that naturally elicits a response without any prior learning. For example, food is an unconditioned stimulus that causes salivation in dogs. Understanding US is crucial for grasping how behavio...
Key Terms
Example: Salivating at the sound of a bell after conditioning.
Example: Using reinforcement to shape behavior.
Example: A light turning on can be a stimulus for a reaction.
Example: Jumping when startled by a loud noise.
Example: A bell before conditioning.
Example: Giving a treat to a dog for sitting.
Related Topics
Conditioned Response
The learned reaction to a conditioned stimulus, crucial for understanding behavior.
intermediateOperant Conditioning
A learning process through reinforcement or punishment, different from classical conditioning.
intermediateBehavior Modification Techniques
Methods used to change behavior through conditioning principles.
advancedKey Concepts
Classical ConditioningConditioned ResponseBehaviorismStimulus-Response