Observable behavior

Definition

Observable behavior refers to actions or reactions that can be directly witnessed and measured by others. It includes visible behaviors such as speaking, walking, or facial expressions.

Related terms

Stimulus:

A stimulus is any object or event that elicits a response from an organism.

Conditioning:

Conditioning refers to the process of learning associations between stimuli and responses through repeated experiences.

Reinforcement:

Reinforcement is the use of rewards or consequences to strengthen or increase the likelihood of a particular behavior occurring again.