Behaviorist Theory

Definition

Behaviorist theory is a psychological approach that focuses on observable behaviors and the environmental factors that influence them. It suggests that behavior can be learned, modified, or extinguished through conditioning.

Related terms

Operant Conditioning:

This term refers to learning through reinforcement and punishment, where behaviors are strengthened or weakened based on consequences.

Classical Conditioning:

This term refers to learning through associations between stimuli, where a neutral stimulus becomes associated with a meaningful one.

Reinforcement:

This term refers to any consequence that increases the likelihood of a behavior recurring in the future.