Behaviourism Theory 🧠 (Proposed by American psychologist Watson)

Behaviourism theory, proposed by American psychologist John B. Watson, is one of the most influential psychological theories. 🌟 It focuses on observable behaviours rather than internal mental states. According to Watson, environment plays a crucial role in shaping human behaviour. He believed that all actions can be learned through conditioning processes like classical and operant conditioning.

For instance, if a child touches a hot stove and gets burned, they will associate the action of touching with pain and thus avoid doing it again. This example demonstrates how behaviourism explains learning through consequences. 😊 Similarly, positive reinforcement can encourage repetition of desired behaviours.

Despite its limitations, behaviourism has significantly influenced education, therapy, and technology. It paved the way for practical applications such as token economies in classrooms or reward systems in apps. However, critics argue that it neglects emotions, thoughts, and biological factors. Despite this critique, behaviourism remains foundational in understanding external influences on human conduct. 💡