Behavioural approach to explaining phobias

Question 1

Behavioural approach

Answer 1

Way of explaining behaviour in terms of what is observable and in terms of learning

Question 2

Classical conditioning

Answer 2

Learning by association. Occurs when 2 stimuli are repeatedly paired together- unconditioned stimulus and new neutral stimulus. Neutral stimulus eventually produces same response that was first produced by unlearned stimulus alone.

Question 3

Operant conditioning

Answer 3

Form of learning in which behaviour is shaped and maintained by its consequences. Possible consequences include positive reinforcement, negative reinforcement or punishment.

Question 4

Evaluation

Answer 4

Good explanatory power
Alternative explanation for avoidance behaviour
Incomplete explanation of phobias