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Behavior Labeling

If an adult is reinforced for behaving, we call it recognition.
If a child is reinforced for behaving, we call it bribery.

If an adult laughs, we call it socializing.
If a child laughs, we call it misbehaving.

If an adult writes in a book, we call it doodling.
If a child writes in a book, we call it destroying property.

If an adult sticks to something, we call it perseverance.
If a child sticks to something, we call it stubbornness.

If an adult seeks help, we call it consultation.
If a child seeks help, we call it whining.

If an adult is not paying attention, we call it preoccupation.
If a child is not paying attention, we call it being distracted.

If an adult tells his side of the story, we call it clarification.
If a child tells his side of the story, we call it talking back.

Something to think about!