Pavlovian Applications Flashcards
Conditioned emotional responses
Albert became afraid of the rabbit due to loud noises - Albert came to expect that the rabbit is the sign of something uncomfortable will happen.
Counter conditioning
When you pair something bad with something nice, to make the fear go away.
Exposure therapy
When you gradually expose someone to what they are afraid of, ensuring they remain relaxed during all steps until they are no longer afraid.
VRET
Virtual reality exposure therapy
Prejudice is…
An example of conditioning
Paraphilias
Incorrect love
When sexual pleasures occur in normally painful situations
Aversion therapy
CS is paired with an aversive US, often nausea-inducing drugs
Conditioned taste aversion
when animals are taught not to eat certain things by pairing it with nausea-inducing drugs