Describe Temporal and Spatial Summation in Neurons

question 8

Short Answer

Describe temporal and spatial summation in neurons.

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Definitions:

Multiply Controlled Behaviors

Behaviors influenced by more than one environmental factor or contingency, making them complex and sometimes challenging to modify.

Antecedents

Events or conditions that precede and influence behavior, often studied in behavioral psychology to understand causal relationships.

Functional Analysis

A set of procedures used in FBA to analyze contextual variables, primarily focusing on consequences to reduce students’ problem behaviors. It is also used to describe the second stage of FBA, testing hypotheses.

Functional Assessment

A detailed investigation into the factors contributing to problematic behaviors, leading to targeted interventions for improvement.