consequence behavior

Consequence behavior refers to how the results of an action influence future behavior. When a behavior is followed by a positive outcome or reward, it’s more likely to be repeated. Conversely, if a behavior leads to a negative result or punishment, it’s less likely to happen again. This concept is a key part of how people and animals learn new behaviors—by understanding which actions lead to favorable or unfavorable outcomes. Essentially, consequences help shape and reinforce patterns of behavior over time, encouraging us to repeat actions that result in good results and avoid those that lead to undesirable ones.