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Generic response classes and relational frame theory: response to Hayes and Barnes-Holmes

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Hayes and Barnes-Holmes assert the concept of a topographically unconstrained response class that carries the explanatory burden of relational frame theory appeals to no new principles. The notion of overarching, generalized operants is an uncritical, analogical extension of the concept of the generic response class and a supposed commitment to a philosophical 'mediationism' from a valid inquiry about mediating behavior is distinguished.

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Resurgence of derived stimulus relations

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Humans show a resurgence of responding to changes in derived relations that remains consistent with their early training. The contingency of punishment acts as a contextual cue to regulate the derived responses. Behavior variations occur under extinction conditions, but the variability is limited by the individual's reinforcement history. Despite the variability, humans show a preference for the previously learned relations.

Research, Analysis, Response consistency, Stimulus generalization, Behaviorism (Psychology), Behaviorism

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Relational operants: processes and implications: a response to PalmerEs review of Relational Frame Theory

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Palmer has criticized Relational Frame Theory on the grounds that it has developed data in search of a principle. A response to his criticisms is presented which shows that he has criticized by attacking fundamental concepts within behavior analysis itself, including the functional nature of an operant and contingencies of reinforcement as a behavioral process.

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