Automatic reinforcement Reinforcement that occurs without the social mediation of others and is mediated by the self or environmental (internal or external) variables. B-7 Define and provide examples of automatic and socially mediated contingencies. Related Content Dana Do's: Confused About Automatic and Socially Mediated Reinforcement? It’s not wrong to associate sterotypic behaviors with automatic reinforcement— but there are other factors to consider. PTB co-founder Dana Meller offers a quick explainer to clear up the confusion. Refer to BCBA® Task List (5th ed.) Section B-7: Define and provide examples of automatic and socially mediated contingencies.Automatic punishment Punishment that occurs without the social mediation of others and is mediated by the self or environmental (internal or external) variables.Socially mediated contingency When an individual’s access to reinforcement is mediated or controlled by other people.Consequence A stimulus change that comes after a behavior.
