Asked by Chipo Tucker on Sep 27, 2024
The concept of differential reinforcement is best at explaining why a person continues to commit a deviant act,not why he or she does so in the first place.
Differential Reinforcement
A behavioral principle that involves reinforcing specific behaviors while withholding reinforcement for others, to encourage the desired behavior.
Deviant Act
Any behavior that violates the norms or expectations of a group or society, which can result in social disapproval or sanction.
- Familiarize oneself with the criticality of learning methods in criminal actions as described by the theories of differential association and differential reinforcement.
Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with the criticality of learning methods in criminal actions as described by the theories of differential association and differential reinforcement.
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