Pavlov's theory of classical conditioning Flashcards
1
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Unconditioned Stimulus…
A
Elicits an automatic response
2
Q
Examples of US:
A
The smell of the dog food
3
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Unconditioned response…
A
An automatic response that follows the unconditioned stimulus
4
Q
Examples of UR:
A
Feeling of hunger
Salivating
5
Q
Conditioned Stimulus
A
A neutral stimulus that does not elicit a natural response
6
Q
Examples of CS:
A
The whistle
7
Q
Conditioned response
A
A learned response to the neutral stimulus
8
Q
Examples of CR:
A
Feeling hungry/ salivating after hearing the whistle
9
Q
Strengths
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Proves we learn from our environment
Suggests that nurture is more critical
Can help modify destructive behaviour
Can help eliminate phobias
10
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Weaknesses
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Doesn’t account for free will
Can’t be generalised to humans
