Which of the following perspectives describes how parents seek to discourage undesirable behaviors with punishment?

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The behaviorism perspective focuses on observable behaviors and how they are shaped by consequences, such as punishment. Punishment is used to discourage undesirable behaviors and increase the likelihood of desirable behaviors. The other perspectives listed (psychodynamic, social learning, cognitive) do not specifically address the use of punishment as a behavior management strategy.

Which of the Following Perspectives Describes How Parents Seek to Discourage