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The real problem is not whether machines think but whether men do.

- #BFSkinner

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B.F. Skinner Information and Resources Learn all about the life and work of psychology legend B.F. Skinner.

Today in Psychology (2nd September 1938), B. F. Skinner's first book 'The Behavior of Organisms' was published.

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#psychology #bfskinner #psychologystudent #psychologymajor

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B. F. Skinner (1904-1990), American behaviorist

B. F. Skinner (1904-1990), American behaviorist

Died #otd B. F. Skinner (1904-1990), American behaviorist, 35 years ago today #BFSkinner life story...

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“A failure is not always a mistake, it may simply be the best one can do under the circumstances. The real mistake is to stop trying. ”

✒️ #BFSkinner, American psychologist and philosopher, #DOTD 18 August 1990. #Psychology #Philosophy

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#VerbalBehavior discussion borrowed from a friend on Meta. #autoclitic #BFSkinner
This is so interesting to me. I miss these research discussions so much.

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Digital Overload: How Tech Is Hijacking Your Brain (And How to Fight Back) Ever feel like your brain is running on empty, even after a full night’s sleep? You’re not alone. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on how constant digital stimulation is hijacking your mind, draining your focus, and leaving you mentally exhausted. Discover the shocking truth: today’s platforms are engineered for addiction, using psychological tricks like intermittent reinforcement—straight out of B.F. Skinner’s playbook—to keep you scrolling, swiping, and craving more. Our ancient brains simply weren’t built for this relentless information overload. The result? Burnout, shallow thinking, and a shrinking attention span. But here’s the twist: you don’t have to quit technology cold turkey to reclaim your mental clarity. We’ll show you how intentional consumption, breaking free from automatic digital habits, and even embracing boredom can help you recharge your brain and rediscover real focus. If you’re tired of feeling distracted, burned out, or stuck in a cycle of endless screen time, this podcast is your wake-up call. Packed with relatable stories, science-backed insights, and practical tips, it’s your guide to digital wellness in a hyper-connected world. Ready to take back control? Hit play, share with a friend who needs a digital reset, and don’t forget to subscribe for more eye-opening episodes on reclaiming your mind in the age of distraction!

📣 New Podcast! "Digital Overload: How Tech Is Hijacking Your Brain (And How to Fight Back)" on @Spreaker #attentionspan #bfskinner #brainhealth #burnout #digitaladdiction #digitalhabits #digitalminimalism #digitalwellness #dopaminedetox #focus #informationoverload #intentionalconsumption

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Today in the History of Psychology (20th March 1904), Burrhus Frederick Skinner was born. One of the most eminent figures in the history of psychology, B.F. Skinner's advocacy of radical behaviorism and the experimental analysis of behavior were profoundly influential. Within his groundbreaking body of work, 'Behavior of Organisms' (1938) and 'Verbal Behavior' (1957) are widely considered seminal contributions to human thought.

In 1969, B.F. Skinner was presented with The National medal of Science by US President Lyndon Johnson and shortly before his death in 1990, he received the American Psychological Association's Award for Outstanding Lifetime Contribution to Psychology.

Today in the History of Psychology (20th March 1904), Burrhus Frederick Skinner was born. One of the most eminent figures in the history of psychology, B.F. Skinner's advocacy of radical behaviorism and the experimental analysis of behavior were profoundly influential. Within his groundbreaking body of work, 'Behavior of Organisms' (1938) and 'Verbal Behavior' (1957) are widely considered seminal contributions to human thought. In 1969, B.F. Skinner was presented with The National medal of Science by US President Lyndon Johnson and shortly before his death in 1990, he received the American Psychological Association's Award for Outstanding Lifetime Contribution to Psychology.

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“We shouldn't teach great books; we should teach a love of reading. Knowing the contents of a few works of literature is a trivial achievement. Being inclined to go on reading is a great achievement.”

✒️ #BFSkinner, American psychologist, was #BOTD 20 March 1904. #Education

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This week we're exploring programmed learning! 💡 Skinner's work in education is a key part of OBM's history, linking behavioral principles to industry. Check out how those techniques are still used today: sqr.co/programmed-le...

#fieldofview #obmhistory #programmedlearning #bfskinner #cmo

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Can Your Environment Affect Your DNA? | Epigenetics Explained
Can Your Environment Affect Your DNA? | Epigenetics Explained YouTube video by SciShow

www.youtube.com/watch?v=kp1b... #science #scientist #biology #bfskinner #behaviorist

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Why I chose my #bookchallenge picks.

PLEASE PLAY ALONG!
💙📚 #20booknotes

Day 5: The most practical and seemingly possible Utopian novel I've ever read. Makes you wonder why we don't just do it already. Modern society could learn a lesson from it.

#WaldenTwo
#BFSkinner

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Earlier this week, I lectured to an undergrad behavior analysis course.

To introduce the idea of shaping, I shared a series of photos from 1952.

You can read more on my blog!
stalecheerios.com/dog-training...

#ClickerTraining #DogTraining #Dogs #BFSkinner
#ShapingBehavior #PositiveReinforcement

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“Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.”

3/20

#20bookchallenge
#bfskinner

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Today in the History of Psychology (6th February 1951), B. F. Skinner self-published his classic book 'Science and Human Behavior.' Originally printed as a teaching resource for his Natural Sciences course at Harvard; this influential text includes one of Skinner's earliest accounts of the similarity between operant selection and Darwinian natural selection in phylogeny.

The Macmillan Company published the first formal edition of Science and Human Behavior in 1953.

Today in the History of Psychology (6th February 1951), B. F. Skinner self-published his classic book 'Science and Human Behavior.' Originally printed as a teaching resource for his Natural Sciences course at Harvard; this influential text includes one of Skinner's earliest accounts of the similarity between operant selection and Darwinian natural selection in phylogeny. The Macmillan Company published the first formal edition of Science and Human Behavior in 1953.

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Ooh, I like this game!

Book 5

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days(or however you like), in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. 📚💙😁

#WaldenTwo
#BFSkinner
#BookSky
#BookChallenge

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The WW2 experiment to make pigeon-guided missiles - BBC Reel

BF Skinner and the value of crackpot ideas www.bbc.co.uk/reel/video/p... #bfskinner

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"The major difference between rats and people is that rats learn from experience." - B.F. Skinner #booksky #bfskinner

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Today in the History of Psychology (17th January 1969), at a ceremony at the White House, President Lyndon B. Johnson presented B. F. Skinner with The National Medal of Science, "For basic and imaginative contributions to the study of behavior which have had profound influence upon all psychology and many related areas." 

The National Medal of Science is the United States Government's highest award for distinguished achievement in science.

Today in the History of Psychology (17th January 1969), at a ceremony at the White House, President Lyndon B. Johnson presented B. F. Skinner with The National Medal of Science, "For basic and imaginative contributions to the study of behavior which have had profound influence upon all psychology and many related areas." The National Medal of Science is the United States Government's highest award for distinguished achievement in science.

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We cannot solve problems with the kind of thinking we employed when we came up with them.

#hormone #ethicalmotive #humanaction #psychicenergy #mentalenergy #psychologicalfeature #rationalmotive #johnbwatson #bfskinner #classicalconditioning #operantconditioning

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Today in the History of Psychology (2nd December 1920), Marian Breland Bailey was born. A renowned behaviorist, Bailey was one of B.F. Skinner's first graduate students at the University of Minnesota and one of the first applied animal psychologists to utilize operant conditioning.

Among Bailey's best known academic contributions was the classic article 'The Misbehavior of Organisms,' first published in American Psychologist in 1961 which she wrote along with her husband Keller Breland. The article caused a storm among the behaviorist community when the authors stated that: 'After 14 years of continuous conditioning and observation of thousands of animals, it is our reluctant conclusion that the behavior of any species cannot be adequately understood, predicted, or controlled without knowledge of its instinctive patterns, evolutionary history, and ecological niche.'

Today in the History of Psychology (2nd December 1920), Marian Breland Bailey was born. A renowned behaviorist, Bailey was one of B.F. Skinner's first graduate students at the University of Minnesota and one of the first applied animal psychologists to utilize operant conditioning. Among Bailey's best known academic contributions was the classic article 'The Misbehavior of Organisms,' first published in American Psychologist in 1961 which she wrote along with her husband Keller Breland. The article caused a storm among the behaviorist community when the authors stated that: 'After 14 years of continuous conditioning and observation of thousands of animals, it is our reluctant conclusion that the behavior of any species cannot be adequately understood, predicted, or controlled without knowledge of its instinctive patterns, evolutionary history, and ecological niche.'

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Breaking Free: Facing Up To Digital Manipulation | No Shame in Sex Are your choices your own? ‘Breaking Free’ unveils how to outsmart digital manipulation with philosophy and reclaim your online autonomy.

Adapting to reward and punishment online with the help of great minds. Recognize #DigitalManipulation #Publicopinion #BFSkinner #MassPsychology

noshameinsex.com/psychology-a...

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A: the cats are annoyingly loud at 4am.
B: the dog scratches on the bedroom door.
C: the door is opened and the dog sleeps away from the cats.
Dammit!
#bfskinner
#operantconditioning

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#BFSkinner #AppliedBehaviorAnalysis

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#bfskinner down the drain "Games are not mathematical systems. They are systems that always have a human being" http://bit.ly/9s7SRr

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