so that they can learn by example. Thank them when they do something for you, say "please," and model respectful behavior.

If a single bird fell out of line, utter confusion could ensue, yet none does. Harmony reigns, spawning a behavior (flocking, with its swift motion and sudden course changes) that is not ...

What are some examples of animal behaviors? Created with Sketch. Animals are motivated to fulfill basic survival needs for shelter, food, warmth, and community. Through a combination of genetics ...

Social behavior consists of a set of interactions among individuals of the same species. A wide range of sociality occurs among animals. Some animals rarely if ever interact with one another, even ...

Adolescence is a critical period for the development of risky behaviors, like alcohol and drug use, reckless driving, and ...

What are the best strategies for enacting change? Reviewed by David Susman, PhD Behavior modification uses various ...

Instinct implies that a behavior is performed without thought and cannot be modified by learning. Examples of instinctive behavior include simple behavioral patterns, displayed in response to a ...