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positive reinforcer

 

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Noun positive reinforcer has 1 sense
  1. positive reinforcing stimulus, positive reinforcer - a reinforcing stimulus that serves to increase the likelihood of the response that produces it
    --1 is a kind of reinforcing stimulus, reinforcer, reinforcement

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Positive Reinforcer

Description

A positive reinforcer, in the field of psychology and behavior analysis, is any stimulus that strengthens or increases the likelihood of a specific behavior when it is presented following that behavior.

Senses and Usages

1. Noun - Psychology

A positive reinforcer is often used in psychology as a tool to encourage or reinforce certain behaviors. It can be a reward, such as praise, a token, or a tangible item given to an individual in response to their behavior.

Example Sentence: The teacher used a small toy as a positive reinforcer to encourage the student's participation in class.

2. Verb - Behavior Analysis

To positive reinforce is the act of providing a stimulus following a behavior to increase the likelihood of that behavior occurring again in the future.

Example Sentence: The trainer positively reinforced the dog's good behavior by giving it a treat.

3. Adjective - General Usage

When used as an adjective, positive reinforcer describes something that has a helpful or encouraging effect on a person's behavior or attitude.

Example Sentence: Reading uplifting and motivational books can be a positive reinforcer for personal growth.

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