behaviourism
US /bɪˈheɪ.vjɚ.ɪ.zəm/
UK /bɪˈheɪ.vjɚ.ɪ.zəm/
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béhaviorisme
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 behaviourism.
Skinner était un fervent partisan du béhaviorisme.
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Many psychologists today incorporate elements of behaviourism into their practice.
De nombreux psychologues intègrent aujourd'hui des éléments du béhaviorisme dans leur pratique.