The extinction procedure consists of three steps: (1)identifying the behavior to be reduced or eliminated (2)identifying the reinforcer that maintains the behavior,and (3)stopping the reinforcer.

Extinction Procedure

A method used in behavior psychology to reduce or eliminate the occurrence of a conditioned response by discontinuing reinforcement.

Reinforcer

An element used in behavioral psychology to encourage the repetition of a desired behavior by providing a consequence that the individual finds rewarding.

Behavior

The way a person responds or behaves in reaction to outside or inside triggers.