Positive reinforcement involves adding something good after a behavior to make it happen more often. Reinforcement works best when given right after the behavior happens to keep the right connections.

Operant conditioning is a theory that explains how behaviors are influenced by their consequences or results. It’s often used today to help people adopt new behaviors or change old habits. If you’ve ...

Positive reinforcement is a technique we intuitively make use of on daily basis. We usually don’t give it much thought, nor label it as a behavioral strategy. Encouragement from our loved ones (and ...

In the fast-paced world of healthcare, I’ve learned that creating a positive work environment is essential for both staff well-being and patient care. At the core of both outcomes is fostering a ...

She was so successful at training dolphins that she began applying the same techniques to other creatures, including dogs — and humans. By Penelope Green Karen Pryor once taught a hermit crab to ring ...