How does operant conditioning work?

Operant conditioning is a learning process through which behavior is modified by its consequences. Essentially, operant conditioning works by encouraging or discouraging certain behaviors through positive or negative reinforcement. Positive reinforcement involves adding a favorable consequence to increase the likelihood of a behavior being repeated, while negative reinforcement involves removing an unfavorable consequence to increase the likelihood of a behavior being repeated. Conversely, punishments involve adding or removing an unfavorable consequence to discourage a behavior. By using operant conditioning techniques, individuals can learn to change their behavior and make choices that are more in line with their desired outcomes.

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