Reinforcement Flashcards
1
Q
What is Positive?
A
To add something to the situation
2
Q
What is Negative?
A
To subtract/remove something from the situation
3
Q
What is Reinforcement?
A
Used when the desire is to decrease the likelihood of a target behavior occuring
4
Q
What is Punishment?
A
Used when the desire is to decrease the likelihood of a target behavior occurring
5
Q
What are Unconditioned Reinforcers?
A
Something that increases frequency of a behavior without having to be taught; often things that we need/require in order to live
6
Q
What are Conditioned Reinforcers?
A
Something that increases the frequency of a behavior after it is taught to be valued
