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Operant Conditioning: A process by which the results of the persons behavior determine whether the behavior is more or less likely to occur in the future.

Classical Conditioning: Elicitation of a response by a stimulus that normally does not elicit that response. The response is one that is mediated primarily by the autonomic nervous system (such as salivation or a c . . . View Full Definition

Respondent Conditioning: Elicitation of a response by a stimulus that normally does not elicit that response. The response is one that is mediated primarily by the autonomic nervous system (such as salivation or a c . . . View Full Definition

Pavolovian Conditioning: Elicitation of a response by a stimulus that normally does not elicit that response. The response is one that is mediated primarily by the autonomic nervous system (such as salivation or a c . . . View Full Definition

Mind-Body Conditioning: The Pilates Method stresses the blend of Western and Eastern approaches to well-being. The Western approach is dynamic, with the emphasis on motion, muscle tone, and strength. The Eastern ap . . . View Full Definition

Core Conditioning: A non-aerobic, muscle-toning class, usually focused on core strength.

Token Economy: A system involving the application of the principles and procedures of operant conditioning to the management of a social setting such as a ward, classroom, or halfway house. Tokens are give . . . View Full Definition

Extinction: The elimination of all individuals in a group, both by natural (dinosaurs, trilobites) and human-induced (dodo, passenger pigeon, liberals [:)]) means.

Rreinforcement: The strengthening of a response by reward or avoidance of punishment. This process is central in operant conditioning.