Homonym: reinforcement (Support)
Reinforcement is a concept in psychology and behavior science that refers to the process of encouraging or strengthening a specific behavior by providing a reward or positive outcome. This can be achieved through various methods, such as giving praise, treats, or other incentives when the desired behavior occurs. The goal is to increase the likelihood that the behavior will be repeated in the future.
There are two main types of reinforcement: positive reinforcement and negative reinforcement. Positive reinforcement involves adding a pleasant stimulus after a behavior, while negative reinforcement involves removing an unpleasant stimulus. Both types aim to enhance behavior, but they do so in different ways.