Let's start by saying that no one fits neatly into a little box. I identify as a transsexual but I cannot deny there is a little of the TV, CD and TG in me as well. I also believe that many CD's try to align themselves with the transsexual population; almost as if it is a badge of honour. It isn't.
learning perspective: A psychological approach that emphasizes how the environment and experience affect a persn's or animal's actions; it includes behaviorism and social-cognitive learning theories. behaviorists: focus on the environmental rewards and punishers that maintain or discourage specific behaviors. 19: social-cognitive learning theorists
PSYCHOLOGY Positive Punishment Primary & Secondary Reinforcers and Punishers Primary Reinforcers - satisfy biological needs. ex. food, drink, and light Primary Punishers - are naturally unpleasant. ex. pain, heat, cold Secondary Reinforcers - acquire their power (learned) ex. money, praise, good grades Secondary Punishers - can be learned (negative) ex. criticism, demerits, bad grades Positive Reinforcement Negative Reinforcement - think of it as taking something negative away in order to increase a response