Behaviorism (noun)

1. A psychological theory and approach which emphasizes the study of observable behavior and its relationship with the environment.
2. The study of how environmental factors influence behavior.

Origin:

The word "behaviorism" is derived from the word "behavior" and refers to a psychological theory and approach which emphasizes the study of observable behavior and its relationship with the environment. it was first developed by john b. watson in 1913.

Examples:

1. Behaviorism was a dominant force in psychology in the early 20th century.
2. The behaviorist approach is often used in animal training.
3. Behaviorism emphasizes the importance of reinforcement and punishment in shaping behavior.
4. The behaviorist theory argues that all behavior is learned.
5. Behaviorism has been criticized for neglecting mental processes and inner experiences.