Behaviorism
A theoretical approach that focuses on observable behaviors and dismisses internal processes, emphasizing the role of environmental factors in shaping behavior.
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Behavioral Learning Theory
The theory that all behaviors are acquired through conditioning, often used to understand and influence behavior change.
Commitment Device
A technique or tool used to lock oneself into following through on a commitment, often by adding a cost to failing to do so.
Reward Substitution
A strategy where less immediate or tangible rewards are substituted with more immediate or tangible ones to encourage desired behaviors.
Illusory Truth Effect
A cognitive bias where repeated statements are more likely to be perceived as true, regardless of their actual accuracy.
Fresh Start Effect
A cognitive phenomenon where people are more likely to pursue goals or change behavior following a temporal landmark (e.g., new year, birthday).
Peltzman Effect
The hypothesis that safety measures may lead to behavioral changes that offset the benefits of the measures, potentially leading to risk compensation.
Implementation Intentions
A self-regulation strategy in the form of "if-then" plans that can lead to better goal attainment and behavior change.
Motivation Wave
A concept describing how motivation fluctuates over time, influenced by various factors such as goals, rewards, and external circumstances.