Corrections Has Always Struggled with Conflicting Goals

question 47

Essay

Corrections has always struggled with conflicting goals. Identify several corrections goals and explain how they conflict with one another. How can this conflict be minimized? Is it possible that this goal conflict may actually be good for corrections?

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Definitions:

Operant Conditioning

A learning process through which the strength of a behavior is modified by reinforcement or punishment.

Salivary Conditioning

A form of classical conditioning where an automatic, natural response (saliva production) is triggered by a previously neutral stimulus after repeated association with that stimulus.

Presentation

A demonstration or display of information in a structured format, typically to an audience.

Salivation

The secretion of saliva in the mouth, which can be stimulated by the sight, smell, thought, or taste of food.