applications of learning & behavior theories lesson 2
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Applications of Learning & Behavior
TheoriesLesson 2
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What is Psychology?
A scientific discipline The scientific study of behavior and
cognitive processes Association for Psychological Science
A helping profession The application of psychological
principles to directly benefit people American Psychological Association ~
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Goals of Psychology?
Describe,
Explain,
Predict, &
Change
Behavior & Cognitive Processes
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Types of Learning Nonassociative learning
Modification of simple reflexes or reflexive response
Associative learning linking previously unrelated events new responses in familiar situations familiar responses in new situations ~
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Associative Learning
Operant (or Instrumental) learning Adjusting behaviors to reach a goal “operate” on environment
Respondent (Pavlovian or Classical) learning Involuntary responses that motivate
behaviors “respond” to environment
Both interconnected ~
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Applied Psychology
Use same principles, different vocabularies Behavior Modification
Changing desirable or undesirable behaviors via operant learning principles
Behavior Therapy Treatment of psychological problems Via Respondent &/or Operant learning
principles ~
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Behavior Modification Applications desirable, undesirable behaviors Training Animals Child rearing
Potty training, Helping with chores misbehavior, bed-wetting
Education Classroom management Academic learning
Self-improvement ~
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Applications: Severe Problems Developmental Disabilities
Community living Right to education
Childhood Autism Lovaas Method social behavior & language, self-stimulatory behaviors
Early intervention 50% success Schizophrenia
social behavior, grooming ~
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Behavior Therapy
Treatment of psychological disorders CBT – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Respondent learning-related disorders Conditioned Emotional Responses - CER
Phobias Post-traumatic stress-disorder Panic Disorder
With agoraphobia ~
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Behavior Therapy
Operant-related disorders Eating Disorders
Anorexia nervosa; Bulimia Obesity
Learned Helplessness Related to depression
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Substance abuse & addiction ~
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Other Applications
Organizational Behavior Business Health & Wellness Community Behavior ~
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Goals of Course
Better self-understanding our behavior, emotions & thoughts
Tools for self-improvement how to promote desirable behavior discourage undesirable
Tools for influencing others therapy pro-social, anti-social behavior ~