behaviour modification

Question 1

Behaviour modification

Answer 1

• application of behaviourist approach
• based on operant conditioning
• replaces undesirable behaviours, with more desirable ones through positive and negative conditioning

Question 2

6 stages of behaviour modification

Answer 2

1. Target behaviours
2. Type of token
3. Reinforcers identified
4. Reinforcement schedule
5. Exchange criterion
6. Time/place for exchange

Question 3

Strength of behaviour modification

Answer 3

• research support
• hobs + holt
• 3 young offender institutes (4th as control)
• boys displayed more positive behaviour following positive reinforcement

Question 4

Limitation of behaviour modification

Answer 4

• rice et. Al
• little long term value
• when programmes stopped behaviours reduced
• little real-life application, only works in prison environment