Which term describes stimulation that elicits approach and contact behavior and is typically pleasurable?

Which term describes stimulation that elicits approach and contact behavior and is typically pleasurable?

• A. Aversive stimulation
• B. Appetitive Stimulation
• C. Neutral stimulation
• D. Punitive stimulation

Answer: (B)

Appetitive stimulation is any stimulus that the dog finds rewarding, prompting approach and contact and typically feeling pleasurable. In training terms, these are the things the dog seeks out and works to obtain, such as treats, praise, play, or petting. Because they’re rewarding, appetitive stimuli strengthen desired behaviors when used as positive reinforcers. In contrast, aversive stimulation causes avoidance or withdrawal, neutral stimulation tends to provoke little motivational response, and punitive stimulation is a form of punishment that aims to decrease behavior and is usually aversive.

Appetitive stimulation is any stimulus that the dog finds rewarding, prompting approach and contact and typically feeling pleasurable. In training terms, these are the things the dog seeks out and works to obtain, such as treats, praise, play, or petting. Because they’re rewarding, appetitive stimuli strengthen desired behaviors when used as positive reinforcers. In contrast, aversive stimulation causes avoidance or withdrawal, neutral stimulation tends to provoke little motivational response, and punitive stimulation is a form of punishment that aims to decrease behavior and is usually aversive.