Behaviorist Argument

Definition

The behaviorist argument is the belief that all behaviors are learned through conditioning and environmental factors, with no consideration for innate or biological influences.

Related terms

Innate Behavior: Behaviors that are instinctive and genetically programmed, not learned.

Biological Determinism:

The idea that behavior is primarily influenced by genetic and biological factors rather than environmental factors.

Nature vs. Nurture Debate:

The ongoing debate about the relative contributions of genetics (nature) versus environmental influences (nurture) on human behavior and development.