Overview
Behavior therapies are essential in the field of psychology, focusing on modifying harmful behaviors through structured techniques. They utilize principles from learning theories, such as operant and classical conditioning, to promote positive behavior changes. Techniques like Cognitive Behavioral T...
Key Terms
Example: A child learns to clean their room to receive praise.
Example: Pavlov's dogs learned to salivate at the sound of a bell.
Example: A person learns to challenge their belief that they are worthless.
Example: A person with a fear of heights gradually climbs higher buildings.
Example: Giving a child a treat for completing their homework.
Example: A child loses playtime for misbehaving.
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Cognitive Psychology
The study of mental processes such as perception, memory, and problem-solving.
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A group of mental health disorders characterized by excessive fear or anxiety.
intermediatePhobia Treatment
Methods and therapies specifically designed to treat phobias.
intermediateMindfulness Techniques
Practices that promote awareness and acceptance of the present moment.
intermediateKey Concepts
Operant ConditioningClassical ConditioningCognitive Behavioral TherapyExposure Therapy