Ever since she was a little girl, a teenager has been a troublemaker. A psychologist who favors the behaviorist perspective would most likely explain her behavior in terms of

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Behaviorists focus on observable behaviors and the ways in which behaviors are learned through interactions with the environment. They would likely explain the teenager's behavior in terms of her previous behavior and its consequences, emphasizing how her environment and experiences have shaped her actions.  Reinforcement of past aggressive responses would be identified. The positive consequence of extra attention for aggressive behavior might explain current behavior.

Ever Since She Was a Little Girl, a Teenager Has