In the behaviorist view of development, the core of personality is shaped by early learning experiences and by praise, attention, and approval from others, which is also called
A)congruence.
B)the superego.
C)social reinforcement.
D)self-efficacy.

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In the behaviorist perspective, personality and behaviors are largely shaped through interactions with the environment, particularly through processes such as conditioning. Social reinforcement, which includes praise, attention, and approval from others, is a key mechanism in this view for shaping behavior and, by extension, personality.

In the Behaviorist View of Development, the Core of Personality