ASSIGNMENT 1 - Learning Theories

Part A: Describe the temporal pattern of a typical emotional response, according to the opponent process theory of Solomon and Corbit. Use this theory to account for the different reactions experienced by a first time drug user and an experienced drug user, providing two (2) supporting facts. 

Part B: Describe two (2) different strategies that can be used to teach a response chain. Give one (1) specific example of how each strategy might be used in behavior modification to teach an individual a sequence of behaviors.

ASSIGNMENT 2 - Learning Theories

Part A: Describe Premack's principles of reinforcement and of punishment. Describe a hypothetical situation for which these principles would predict reinforcement of one behavior, and punishment of another behavior.

Part B: Describe participant modeling and provide one (1) example that illustrates how it can be used to eliminate fears or unwanted behavior. Describe graduated modeling and provide one (1) example that illustrates how it can be used to facilitate low-probability behaviors.