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Write a paper explaining the concept of extinction. Be sure to explain how extinction relates to the presence or absence of reinforcement in your definition. Provide support for your explanation from your course texts.

Posted on March 7, 2023 by Assessments

There are various ways that a behavior analyst can reduce unwanted behaviors. Punishment was discussed earlier this quarter, but problem behavior can be decreased through a less aversive procedure called extinction. Extinction withholds reinforcement, rather than adding or removing a consequence. Extinction is another basic principle of behavior, and we will explore it this week. […]

Describe the behavior in objective terms. Describe how the extinction contingency played a role in the discontinuation of this behavior. Describe extinction burst. If possible, relate this to your example.

Posted on March 7, 2023 by Assessments

Operant Extinction To keep behaviors in an individual’s repertoire, reinforcement must occur. When reinforcement is discontinued, the behavior stops occurring. This process is called extinction. Think of a behavior that you have experienced. This can be a behavior exhibited by yourself, a client, or another person. In your post: Describe the behavior in objective terms. […]

“Reinforcement is the process in which a behavior is strengthened by the immediate consequence that reliably follows its occurrence” (Miltenberger, 2012, p. 61). Reinforcers can include food, blessings, attention, protection, and many other things. Compare an instance of reinforcement that you find in the Bible with the description of reinforcement in your textbook.

Posted on May 28, 2021 by Ambrose

Topic: Reinforcement Thread Prompt: “Reinforcement is the process in which a behavior is strengthened by the immediate consequence that reliably follows its occurrence” (Miltenberger, 2012, p. 61). Reinforcers can include food, blessings, attention, protection, and many other things. Compare an instance of reinforcement that you find in the Bible with the description of reinforcement in […]

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Write a paper explaining the concept of extinction. Be sure to explain how extinction relates to the presence or absence of reinforcement in your definition. Provide support for your explanation from your course texts.

Describe the behavior in objective terms. Describe how the extinction contingency played a role in the discontinuation of this behavior. Describe extinction burst. If possible, relate this to your example.