Behavior Modification

Posted By: Katherine (Carly) Roberson

Behavior Modification was developed by B.F. Skinners theory of operant conditioning.This means that, in essence, Skinner found that reinforced behavior tends to be repeated and behavior that isn’t reinforced tends to fade out. In this type of therapy, this means that desired behaviors and outcomes are reinforced after the fact, therefore encouraging repeat behavior.

This coping strategy seeks to shape or change behavior through a set of stimuli and response actions. It focuses on a negative behavior and works to change it. Professionals use the system of positive and negative consequences to teach the patient the correct set of responses for any given stimulus.

This technique is typically carried out between a patient and a behaviorist. To get started on this coping strategy contact your physician to get in touch with a trained behavioral professional. If this is not an option for you, this type of therapy can also be likened to techniques used in classrooms, workplaces or simply in your own home, e.g., positive or negative behavioral reinforcement. Behavior modification is an approach that, over time, may replace undesirable actions and behaviors with more desirable ones, thus leading to improved results and outcomes within your life.

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