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/bɪhˈeɪvjəɹˌɪzəm/
behaviourismBehaviorism
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behaviorismo
(psychology) the theory that believes human behavior is a conditioned response to outside stimuli
Example
In the classroom, teachers use stickers or rewards to encourage good behavior, following behaviorism principles.
The use of a time-out in disciplining children is rooted in behaviorism, where the child learns to avoid bad behavior to avoid the consequence.
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behave
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behavior
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behaviorism
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