Suppose You Are Interested in Performing an Observational Study of Eating

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Essay

Suppose you are interested in performing an observational study of eating behavior of rats in a laboratory. Describe one method to quantify this behavior: that is, explain how you could convert the observations into numerical scores.

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Definitions:

Reinforcement Strategy

A plan or approach to strengthen certain behaviors, performance, or outcomes through positive or negative reinforcement mechanisms.

Self-regulation

The ability to monitor and control one's own behaviors, emotions, or thoughts, adjusting them according to the demands of the situation.

Positive Reinforcement

Increasing a desired behavior by rewarding it with a positive stimulus.

Organizational Behaviour Modification

A form of applied behavior analysis which applies psychological principles to the workplace to improve individual and group performance.