The present study describes a task testing the ability of rats to trigger operant behavior by their relative spatial position to inaccessible rotating objects. Rats were placed in a Skinner box with a ...

In this free webinar, learn about the limitations of traditional behavioral assays in modeling psychiatric disorders. Attendees will gain insight into the application of operant paradigms to dissect ...

There are four main types of reinforcement in operant conditioning: positive reinforcement, negative reinforcement, ...

To evaluate the influence of an initial heroin experience under a modified two-chained training schedule on drug-seeking behavior after a long abstinence period. In the present study, we aimed to ...

Recently, we had the privilege of bringing nine kittens from Guardian Animal Medical Center to a local fifth grade classroom for a hands-on lesson in animal behavior.  The goal: teach students about ...

Operant conditioning can contribute to the development of behavioral toxicology in many ways. Its techniques are useful in training animals in the various behaviors the toxicologist may wish to study.

Operant conditioning is B.F. Skinner’s name for instrumental learning: learning by consequences. Not a new idea, of course. Humanity has always known how to teach children and animals by means of ...

Operant conditioning is a well known psychology principle -- in which "good" behavior is rewarded and "bad" behavior is punished. While positive reinforcement has found its way into everyday life, ...

Strengthening skills: Observational learning is also a key way to reinforce and strengthen behaviors. For example, if a study ...

Operant conditioning is B.F. Skinner’s name for instrumental learning: learning by consequences. Not a new idea, of course. Humanity has always known how to teach children and animals by means of ...