Whether an aversive stimulus is delivered or a reinforcing stimulus is removed, punishment always means that behavio rdecreases.

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Punishment refers to any consequence that decreases the likelihood of a behavior occurring again. This can include the delivery of an aversive stimulus or the removal of a reinforcing stimulus. Regardless of the specific form of punishment used, the end result is a decrease in the behavior being punished.

Whether an Aversive Stimulus Is Delivered or a Reinforcing Stimulus