consequate

vb. to establish a consequence to a behavior. If the behavior becomes more probable, consequation is said to have resulted in reinforcement. If the behavior becomes less probable, consequation has resulted in punishment. —consequation n.

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Psychology term of the day

May 9th 2024

ego stress

any situation, external or internal, that challenges the individual and produces stress (tension, anxiety, etc.) requiring adaptation by the ego. Ego stress is sometimes expressed as such defensive reactions as dissociation, somatization, or panic.