Pros And Cons Of Positive Reinforcement

According to the article "From Positive Reinforcement to Positive Behaviors: An Everyday Guide for the Practitioner” (2005), positive reinforcement is used to focus on and encourage a behavior “with hopes that the desired behavior will increase” (Sigler and Aamidor, 2005, p. 2). It can be used to address different problems with behavior and is an efficient way to promote acceptable behavior. Positive reinforcement will help a child identify the desired behavior and validate them. Many parents use this in hopes of turning the bad actions into good ones. They come in various forms and can be used for different purposes. Studies show that when a child engages in a behavior, a positive response from an adolescence serves as a signal to the child,

By starting early with your child, children can “infuse these lessons into the rest of their lives” (Capital, 2007). The journal article “Positive reinforcement to encourage respect” looks at the pros of positive reinforcement. Not only can positive reinforcement be used in homes, but also at school. The author concludes by saying, "I would advise anyone that you don't give up; you continue working with the kid whether it takes one, five, 10 or 20 times. You continue to provide positive reinforcement” (Capital, 2007). Educating parents on positive reinforcement is a great way of discouraging defiance and producing positive results in children that can be seen through their behavior. It helps children feel confident that their choices were the right ones which motivates them to continue to act that way. Driscoll believes that parents should model the behavior they want to see in their children. This can be done through a routine of both tangible and intangible rewards. The author includes examples such as “prizes or certificates.. simple praise, a greeting, or just a kind word here and there” (Capital, 2007). People, especially children, benefit from positive