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Behaviorism - Psychology Definition of the Week

By , About.com Guide   August 27, 2010

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Definition: Behavioral psychology, also known as behaviorism, is a theory of learning based upon the idea that all behaviors are acquired through conditioning. Conditioning occurs through interaction with the environment. According to behaviorism, behavior can be studied in a systematic and observable manner with no consideration of internal mental states. Read more...

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