Define positive reinforcement and negative reinforcement as well as providing an example for each
What will be an ideal response?
Positive reinforcement refers to the presentation of a stimulus that increases the probability that a behavior will occur again. A positive reinforcer is a stimulus that increases the likelihood that a response will occur again.
Negative reinforcement refers to an aversive (that is, unpleasant) stimulus whose removal increases the likelihood that the preceding response will occur again.
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a. histrionic b. antisocial c. narcissistic d. borderline
Social skills training programs for patients with schizophrenia have been a. very successful
b. not at all successful. c. somewhat successful while the program is in effect. d. only successful when the patient is on medication.