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Imagine That You Are a Behavioral Psychologist Who Wants to Help

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Imagine that you are a behavioral psychologist who wants to help parents increase their daughter's compliance in doing chores without being reminded. Develop a plan that will include both positive and negative reinforcement, and positive and negative punishment. Your plan must demonstrate your understanding of the effects of reinforcement and punishment on specific behavior.


Definitions:

Coping Response

Techniques or strategies used by individuals to deal with stressful situations and manage emotional distress.

Type B Behavior

A behavior pattern characterized by a relaxed, non-urgent approach to life, in contrast to the more stress-prone Type A behavior pattern.

Competitive

Involving or characterized by rivalry between entities to achieve a goal or superiority in a field.

Social Support

The perception and actuality of being cared for, having assistance available from other people, and belonging to a supportive social network.

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