In Freud's theory, the conscious mind includes everything inside awareness. Learn more about the conscious mind's role and how it relates to the unconscious.| Verywell Mind
John B. Watson is often referred to as the father of behaviorism and is a somewhat controversial figure. Learn more about Watson and his contributions to psychology.| Verywell Mind
Edward Thorndike was a pioneering American psychologist best known for the law of effect. Learn more about his life, theories, and contributions to psychology.| Verywell Mind
Reinforcement is an important concept in operant conditioning and the learning process. Learn how it's used and see conditioned reinforcer examples in everyday life.| Verywell Mind
Schedules of reinforcement influence how fast a behavior is acquired and the strength of the response. Learn about which schedule is best for certain situations.| Verywell Mind