Operant Conditioning Approaches Are MOST Effective When People Are Rewarded

question 18

True/False

Operant conditioning approaches are MOST effective when people are rewarded for small steps in the right direction.

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Definitions:

Negative Punishment

Decreasing a behavior by removing a desirable stimulus after the behavior occurs.

Negative Reinforcement

A concept in behavioral psychology where the removal of an unpleasant stimulus strengthens a behavior or increases the likelihood of it recurring.

Negative Self-talk

A form of internal dialogue focused on criticizing or undervaluing oneself that can impact one's emotional state and self-esteem.

Practice

The act of repeatedly performing or exercising an activity or skill so as to acquire or maintain proficiency in it.