A GoodTherapy.org News Summary
It’s generally agreed among most teachers, coaches, mentors, therapist and related mental health professionals that the benefits and results of positive reinforcement are far more effective than punishment. However, there are clearly some influential circles of professionals who continue to advocate for the use of punishment in the behavior modification of children or adults. Recently, a study produced in part at the University College London has firmly sided with positive reinforcement through showing that when people are presented with positive results or rewards when learning or performing, they are more likely to improve. The study, which focused its investigation on adults, may help to establish a greater adoption of rewards-based learning and training, especially in critical rehabilitation and therapy environments.
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A GoodTherapy.org News Summary
It’s generally agreed among most teachers, coaches, mentors, therapist and related mental health professionals that the benefits and results of positive reinforcement are far more effective than punishment. However, there are clearly some influential circles of professionals who continue to advocate for the use of punishment in the behavior modification of children or adults. Recently, a study produced in part at the University College London has firmly sided with positive reinforcement through showing that when people are presented with positive results or rewards when learning or performing, they are more likely to improve. The study, which focused its investigation on adults, may help to establish a greater adoption of rewards-based learning and training, especially in critical rehabilitation and therapy environments.
©Copyright 2009 by http://www.GoodTherapy.org - All Rights Reserved.