Dollard & Miller’s Theory - Stimulus Response Theory
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What is Dollard & Miller’s Theory?
Stimulus Response Theory
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What is the primary finding regarding this theory?
The drive to avoid a negative goal is usually stronger than the drive to approach a positive one, so avoidance typically wins.
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What are the four essential concepts of learning according to Dollard and Miller?
Drive, Cues (Stimulus), Response, and Reinforcement.
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What is the "Habit" in Stimulus-Response Theory?
The core connection between a specific stimulus and a specific response.
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What is a "Drive" in this theory?
A stimulus that energizes behavior; the stronger the stimulus, the stronger the drive to act.
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What is a "Cue" (Stimulus)?
A signal that guides behavior by determining when, where, and how a person will respond.
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What is "Reinforcement" in this context?
The strengthening of the cue-response relationship, directly related to how well the response satisfies the original drive.
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What are the four types of conflict identified in this theory?
Approach-approach, Avoidance-avoidance, Approach-avoidance, and Double/multiple approach-avoidance.
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How is the therapist’s role described in this model?
A kind, permissive listener who maintains a non-punitive attitude to help the patient comprehend their emotions.
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