Concept information
Preferred term
behavior modification
Definition
- Behavior modification is a technique used for altering an individual's behavior and is based on the principles of learning theory. Using this technique, a behavior can be modified with respect to its frequency, duration, or intensity. [Source: Encyclopedia of Educational Psychology; Behavior Modification]
Broader concept
Narrower concepts
- applied behavior analysis
- behavior training
- cognitive behavioral modification
- contingency management
- desensitization
- generalized conditioned punisher
- generalized conditioned reinforcer
- goal setting
- Good Behavior Game
- group contingency
- overcorrection
- problem-solving training
- prompt (psychology)
- sticker/star chart
- transfer of stimulus control
Belongs to group
URI
https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/behavior_modification
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