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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.
Behavioral Rehearsal means role-playing. Behavioral rehearsal is a term that is usually used in cases where the patient is trying to develop a new response pattern.
Behavioral rehearsal likewise refer to the procedures used to establish and strengthen basic skills; as used in social-skills training programs, requires the client to rehearse a desirable behavior sequence mentally.
Behavioral self -report refers to a method of behavioral Assessment in which the person (client) provides information about the frequency of his/her particular behaviors.
Behavioral setting refers to a smaller area within an environment whose use is well defined, such as a bus Stop, waiting room, or lounge, etc.