Reinforcement is defined as “the action of strengthening or encouraging something.” Many people think reinforcement means providing rewards, especially for good behavior. While this is true, ...

Ask a group of experts why it is hard to lose weight, and you'll likely hear some of the following answers: Diets don't work because people can't stick to them. Our metabolism fights back, causing ...

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Training pets is an important part in creating a happy bond with them. While there are many ways in which pets can be trained, positive reinforcement is widely considered as one of the most effective ...

Everyone’s childhood is different, and the way someone is raised can have a huge impact on how they turn out. Some kids grow ...

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It was such a pleasure seeing Boston police officers being praised for what they were doing right: using de-escalation in making arrests in three recent melees without firing a single shot (“Amid ...

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Cats are independent creatures and have a mind of their own, which makes training them quite challenging. But with the right approach, undesirable behaviour can be curbed—using just a small device ...