Week 5 Flashcards
behaviour therapy
focuses on directly observable behaviour.
example of classical conditioning
occurs prior to learning and creates a response through pairing.
ringing a bell when your dog wants to go outside.
operant conditioning
learning that involves behaviours that are influenced by consequences.
- positive or negative reinforcement, punishment.
social-cognitive approach
Involves a reciprocal interaction between the environment, personal factors, and individual behavior.
Assumes individuals are capable of self-directed behavior.
self-efficacy
individuals ability to master a situation and bring about change.
ABC model
(A) Antecedents - particular situation/events that elicits,
(B) Behaviour – problematic reaction that results in,
(C) Consequences (events that maintain behaviour).
positive reinforcement
adding something valued by the individual to increase the targeted behaviour.
negative reinforcement
when an individual employs a behaviour to avoid an unpleasant condition.
extinction
withholding reinforcement
positive punishment
unpleasant condition added to help behaviour decrease.
negative punishment
reinforcing stimulus is removed in attempt to decrease specific behaviour.
systematic desensitization
Clients imagine anxiety-provoking events while simultaneously engaging in behaviour that competes with the anxiety.
IN VIVO exposure and flooding
Exposure therapy that involves introducing clients to situations that contribute to problems.
Eye movement desensitization and processing (EMDR)
Exposure therapy that involves assessment, preparation, flooding, and cognitive restructuring.
social skills training
Involves assessment, direct instructions, coaching, modeling, roleplaying and homework.
Example: Anger management training
