classical conditioning Flashcards
1
Q
what is classical conditioning?
A
a learning process that occurs when two stimuli are repeatedly paired
2
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what is excitatory learning?
A
direct classical conditioning in which a conditioned stimulus predicts the PRESENCE of the unconditioned stimulus
- the conditioned stimulus signals the unconditioned stimulus will be present
3
Q
what is extinction?
A
fading of a non-reinforced conditioned response over time
3
Q
what is inhibitory learning?
A
when the conditioned stimulus predicts the ABSENCE of the unconditioned stimulus
4
Q
what is generalisation?
A
the tendency to respond in the same way to different but similar stimuli
5
Q
how are the principles of classical conditioning applied to humans?
A
drug seeking behaviour
