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Behavioral pediatrics refers to the application of cognitive and/or behavioral techniques to problems encountered by children in medical settings, like preparing for medical procedures, managing pain, complying with treatment regimens, and others.
Behavioral perspective refers to a theoretical perspective in which it is assumed that abnormality is caused by faulty learning experiences.
Deutsch: Verhaltensplastizität / Español: Plasticidad Conductual / Português: Plasticidade Comportamental / Français: Plasticité Comportementale / Italiano: Plasticità Comportamentale
Behavioral Plasticity in the context of psychology refers to the capacity of an individual to modify their behavior in response to changing environmental conditions or internal states. This concept underscores the adaptability of behavior as a result of learning, experience, or development, highlighting the dynamic nature of how individuals interact with their environment.
Deutsch: Verhaltenspsychologie / Español: Psicología Conductual / Português: Psicologia Comportamental / Français: Psychologie Comportementale / Italiano: Psicologia Comportamentale
Behavioral Psychology, also known as behaviorism, is a branch of psychology that focuses on the study of observable behaviors, emphasizing the role of environmental factors in shaping behavior. It operates under the principle that all behaviors are learned through interaction with the environment and that psychological disorders are best treated by altering behavior patterns.