non-associative learning

Non-associative learning is a type of learning where a person or animal adapts their response to a stimulus over time, without forming a connection between two different stimuli. For example, if you repeatedly hear a loud noise, you might start reacting less strongly—this is called habituation. Conversely, if you become more sensitive to a stimulus after exposure, it's called sensitization. Unlike other learning types that involve linking different stimuli, non-associative learning involves changes in behavior due to the repeated presentation of the same stimulus, helping organisms adjust their reactions based on their experiences.