The reason I have chosen this particular photograph of a rat is because mymost fam ous experiment was the “Little Albert” experiment where I had taken Pavlov’s research further to show that emotional reactions could be conditioned in people. Initially the little boy had shown no fear to the rat which is best represented by the colour of white for peace. Although Watson later would make loud noises every time after the child would come in contact with the rat. This procedure is best represented as the colour of black as it is like cloak masking the rat’s darkness and the fear that had inflicted on the little boy.
Behavioural perspectives of psychology focuses on learned observable behaviours. It is the behavioural approach to understanding motivation and drives both learned and unlearned, and with reasons.
Greetings, Watson.
ReplyDeleteMy name is Harry Harlow and I am very intrigued by the experiment you have conducted. I find it very interesting how you have shown that emotional responses can be learnt.
I would just like to know what Pavlov's research found and how you further explored his research?