social punishment

a negative interpersonal stimulus, such as shunning, emotional withdrawal, or some other sign of disapproval, that decreases the frequency of the behavior that immediately precedes it. Compare social reinforcement. See also social sanction.

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March 10th 2025

conjunctive motivation

the drive to achieve true and lasting (rather than temporary or substitute) satisfaction. Compare disjunctive motivation. [defined by Harry Stack Sullivan]