Self-Reinforcement Effects: An Artifact of Social Standard Setting?.

Hayes, Steven C.

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ERIC Number: EJ326718

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1985

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Self-Reinforcement Effects: An Artifact of Social Standard Setting?

Hayes, Steven C.

Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, v18 n3 p201-14 Fall 1985

Two studies involving college students examined mechanisms responsible for observed self-reinforcement effects. Results seemed to support the view that self-reinforcement procedures work by setting a socially available standard against which performance can be evaluated. (CL)

Descriptors: Behavior Modification, College Students, Positive Reinforcement, Self Control, Self Reward, Social Influences, Standards

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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