behaviorism
US /bɪˈheɪ.vjɚ.ɪ.zəm/
UK /bɪˈheɪ.vjɚ.ɪ.zəm/
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Behaviorismus
the theory that human and animal behavior can be explained in terms of conditioning, without appeal to thoughts or feelings, and that psychological disorders are best treated by altering behavior patterns.
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Skinner was a leading proponent of behaviorism.
Skinner war ein führender Verfechter des Behaviorismus.
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Many modern psychological therapies have roots in behaviorism.
Viele moderne psychologische Therapien haben ihre Wurzeln im Behaviorismus.