Definitions

1. noun

A psychological theory or philosophy that emphasizes the role of environment and learning in the development of behaviour, rejecting or downplaying the role of consciousness or the internal state of the organism.

“The professor’s lecture on behaviourism sparked a lively debate in the classroom.”

2. noun

A particular approach or method of study, especially in psychology, that focuses on the external and observable aspects of human behaviour.

“The researcher’s behaviourist approach to understanding child development was widely accepted in the academic community.”