2. Extinction of a behavior combined with positive reinforcement for an Alternative Behavior
Extinction is most effective when combined with positive reinforcement for some desirable alternative behavior. Thus, not only were Louise’s pain behaviors ignored (extinction),alternative behaviors (exercising, performing domestic duties, etc.) were positively reinforced. The combination of the two produres probably decrease the frequency of the undesirable behavior much faster (and possibly to a lower level) than would have been the case had the extinction procedure been used alone.