Approaches - Behaviourist Flashcards
1
Q
What do behaviourists focus on?
A
Observable behaviour
2
Q
Where do behaviourists conduct their studies?
A
In controlled labs
3
Q
What is an example of a behaviourist?
A
Pavlov & his dogs — Classical conditioning
4
Q
What is another example of a behaviourist?
A
Skinner & his rats — Operant conditioning
5
Q
What is positive reinforcement?
A
Getting a reward for behaviour
6
Q
What is negative reinforcement?
A
Doing something to avoid something unpleasant
7
Q
What does punishment do?
A
Decreases likelihood of a behaviour
