Praise that is given after a considerable amount of time has passed since the positive behavior is just as reinforcing and powerful as praise that is given immediately.

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Immediate praise is more reinforcing and effective because it clearly associates the positive behavior with the reward, making it more likely for the behavior to be repeated. Delayed praise can lose its impact as the connection between the behavior and the reward becomes less clear.

Praise That Is Given After a Considerable Amount of Time