ABA Classical Conditioning Flashcards

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Backward Conditioning

Involves presenting the unconditioned stimulus (US) before the conditioned stimulus (CS).
Example: food is provided, followed by the ringing of a bell.
Generally ineffective; conditioning typically does not occur in this scenario.

Blocking/Overshadowing

Two neutral stimuli are introduced together before presenting the unconditioned stimulus.
When presented separately after conditioning, only one stimulus becomes the conditioned stimulus.
The other fails to acquire conditioned stimulus properties due to interference.

Classical Conditioning

Defined as the most fundamental form of learning.
Involves pairing a distinguishable stimulus with a biologically important event.
Establishes a predictive signal that precedes a reflexive response.

Conditioned Emotional Response

Refers to learned emotional reactions, such as anxiety or happiness.
These responses occur due to predictive cues associated with certain stimuli.

Conditioned Stimulus (CS)

The signal that precedes a biologically significant event.
Functions to "cue" the conditioned response, signifying an impending occurrence.

Conditioned Response (CR)

A learned reaction triggered by the conditioned stimulus.
Represents the behavioral response to the cue provided by the CS.

Extinction (Classical)

The process whereby a conditioned stimulus is presented multiple times without the unconditioned stimulus.
Leads to the organism understanding that the signal no longer conveys the same meaning it previously had.

Forward Conditioning

Occurs when the conditioned stimulus is presented before the unconditioned stimulus and remains until the US is shown.
Generally considered the most effective method of conditioning, especially with a short delay.
Example: a ringing bell that continues until food is provided.

Generalization (Classical)

Happens when an organism responds similarly to stimuli that are alike.
The more the tested stimuli resemble those encountered during conditioning, the stronger the generalized response.

Neutral Stimulus (NS)

A stimulus that initially elicits no specific response other than capturing attention.
When paired with an unconditioned stimulus, it transforms into a conditioned stimulus.

Trace Conditioning

A method where the neutral stimulus is presented, followed by the unconditioned stimulus without overlap.
The shorter the time between the two events, the stronger the potential conditioned response, though responses are generally weak.

Salience

Defined as the quality of being noticeable or prominent.
Important for understanding how certain stimuli capture attention in conditioning processes.

Unconditioned Stimulus (UCS)

The stimulus in an unconditioned reflex that triggers a response without prior learning.
Essential in establishing reflexive behaviors in organisms.

Unconditioned Response (UR)

The natural reaction to an unconditioned stimulus.
Represents a reflex or response that is innate and does not require learning.

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Test your understanding of classical conditioning concepts with these flashcards. This quiz covers important terms like backward conditioning and blocking/overshadowing, helping you grasp foundational principles in behavior analysis.

ABA Classical Conditioning Flashcards

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What is backward conditioning?

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