Conditioned Response

A conditioned response is a learned reaction to a specific stimulus, often developed through experience. For example, if a person hears a particular sound (the stimulus) repeatedly before receiving an unpleasant shock, they may start to feel anxious just hearing that sound in the future, even without the shock happening again. This reflects the brain's ability to associate certain cues with experiences, resulting in a predictable response. Conditioned responses are a fundamental concept in psychology, illustrating how behaviors and reactions can be shaped by past experiences.