Describe the Development of Fear, Noting the Concepts of Stranger

question 9

Essay

Describe the development of fear, noting the concepts of stranger anxiety and secure base.

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Definitions:

Anxiety

A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.

Negative Reinforcer

A stimulus which, when avoided or removed after a certain behavior, enhances the probability of that behavior occurring again.

Punishing Event

An event or stimulus that decreases the likelihood of the behavior that it follows, often used in behavior modification techniques.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavior modification process where the removal of an unfavorable outcome or stimulus strengthens a desired behavior.