Punishment is not the most effective way to modify behavior from "summary" of Don't Shoot the Dog! by Karen Pryor
Punishment may seem like a straightforward way to change behavior, but in reality, it is not as effective as one might think. When we punish someone or something for a behavior we don't like, we may stop that behavior temporarily, but we are not actually teaching the individual what we want them to do instead. This can lead to confusion and frustration, as the individual may not understand why they are being punished. Moreover, punishment can have unintended consequences. It can create fear and anxiety in the individual, which can actually make the undesired behavior worse or cause new behavior problems to arise. Punishment can also damage the relationship between the punisher and the individual being punished, leading to further issues down the l...
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