Strengthens

Definition

Strengthening refers to the process of increasing the likelihood or frequency of a behavior.

Related terms

Positive Reinforcement:

This term refers to adding something desirable to increase the likelihood of a behavior.

Negative Reinforcement:

This term refers to removing something aversive or unpleasant to increase the likelihood of a behavior.

Operant Conditioning:

This term refers to learning through consequences, where behaviors are strengthened or weakened based on their outcomes.