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If that turns out to be true, then that's a huge finding. That's especially considering the fact that modern psychology/therapy is generally recommending positi
by johnloeber 11y ago
If that turns out to be true, then that's a huge finding. That's especially considering the fact that modern psychology/therapy is generally recommending positive reinforcement (treats) as opposed to negative reinforcement (penalties) for teaching/conditioning behavior. This could lead us to revise commonplace methods for teaching children, training pets, and for managing individuals and groups in general.
- mrob 11y agoIt's possible that the source of the negative reinforcement matters. In games it comes from either the environment, or from another person who's part of a (temporary) outgroup. If you simulate aggression towards that person you will be rewarded. In schools it comes from another person in a position of authority over you, and if you act aggressively towards them the punishment will escalate to you point where you are almost guaranteed to lose.