Pavlov+-+Contributions+to+the+World+of+Psychology

__Contributions to the World of Psychology__

In reality, people do not respond exactly like Pavlov's dogs. There are, however, numerous real-world applications for classical conditioning. For example, many dog trainers use classical conditioning techniques to help people train their pets.

These techniques are also useful in the treatment of phobias or anxiety problems. Teachers are able to apply classical conditioning in the class by creating a positive classroom environment to help students overcome anxiety or fear. Pairing an anxiety-provoking situation, such as performing in front of a group, with pleasant surroundings helps the student learn new associations. Instead of feeling anxious and tense in these situations, the child will learn to stay relaxed and calm.

Ivan Pavlov's discovery and research on reflexes influenced the growing behaviorist movement, and his work was often cited in John B. Watson's writings. Other researchers utilized Pavlov's work in the study of conditioning as a form of learning. His research also demonstrated techniques of studying reactions to the environment in an objective, scientific method.

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 * **__ Books __** || **__Year Published__** ||
 * Lectures on the Work of the Digestive Glands || 1897 ||
 * Conditioned Reflexes: An Investigation of the Phsiological Activity of the Cerebral Cortext || 1927 ||
 * Lectures on Conditioned Reflexes || 1929 ||

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