According to Atkinson, Why Do We Try to Achieve

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Essay

According to Atkinson, why do we try to achieve?

Understand the concept of antecedents and consequences in the context of operant conditioning.

Describe the process by which voluntary behavior is learned and modified.

Comprehend the importance of consequence management in behavior shaping and modification.

Distinguish between primary and secondary reinforcers and their roles in behavior modification.

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Definitions:

Divergent Thinking

Divergent thinking is a thought process or method used to generate creative ideas by exploring many possible solutions.

Flynn Effect

A term describing the observed substantial and long-term increase in both fluid and crystallized intelligence test scores measured in many parts of the world over the 20th century.

Predictive Validity

The extent to which a score on a scale or test predicts future performance or behavior.

Intrapersonal Intelligence

Intrapersonal intelligence is the capacity to understand oneself, including one's emotions, motivations, and thoughts.