maze learning

learning to reach the goal object or objects in a maze by starting from a designated point and following various paths, some of which do not lead to the goal. The maze-learning process usually involves multiple trials and is regarded as successful when the participant can reach the goal in the most direct way with minimal errors.

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Psychology term of the day

January 15th 2025

decentralization

n. the trend to relocate patients with chronic mental illness from long-term institutionalization, usually at government hospitals, to outpatient care in community-based residential facilities. —decentralize vb.