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
Seniority Theories of how to reward Two main theories deal with how to reward (and punish). 1. Retributivism (just deserts) 2. Utilitarianism (results) Retributivism People deserve rewards (or punishments) for what they have done not for what the consequences of what they have done may be.