BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION Definition & Meaning

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behavior modification

noun

Psychology.

the direct changing of unwanted behavior by means of biofeedback or conditioning.

behavior modification

The alteration of human behavior using basic learning techniques such as biofeedback and positive or negative reinforcement (as in rewards and punishments).

behavior modification

The changing of a person's reactions to certain situations or stimuli . Behavior therapy , a form of psychotherapy advocated in behaviorism , uses a variety of methods, such as assertiveness training, conditioned response , and hypnosis , to change unsatisfactory or deviant patterns of behavior.

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of behavior modification¹

First recorded in 1970–75

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"Understanding precisely how circadian disruption promotes disease progression could lead to behavior modification to reduce cancer risk."

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A state education official in 2006 called it, “principally a behavior modification center.”

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention worked closely with the L.G.B.T.Q. community to raise awareness about the importance of behavior modification, said Thomas Skinner, a spokesman for the agency.

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“When we remove the pituitary gland, we don’t know exactly what happens. They become food-oriented — eat, eat. We have to do some behavior modification,” says Owen.

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He added it appeared their intent was to use the mask for behavior modification.

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