behaviorism

Definitions

A psychological school of thought that emphasizes the study of observable, measurable actions rather than internal mental states.

The theory that human and animal behavior can be explained in terms of conditioning, without appeal to thoughts or feelings.

Examples

Behaviorism focuses on observable actions rather than internal mental states.

In the early twentieth century, B.F. Skinner became a leading figure in the development of behaviorism.

Synonyms

behavioral psychology stimulus-response theory behavioral science learning theory

Antonyms

mentalism cognitive psychology introspectionism subjectivism