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Desensitisation or Counter Conditioning?
Desensitisation or Counter Conditioning By Amanda Martin, The S.M.A.A.R.T. Horse Company Ltd There are two different ways to deal with behavioural problems. One is to de-sensitise and the other is to counter condition. Usually, the hardest part of tackling a … Continue reading
What are Habituation and Sensitisation ?
What are Habituation and Sensitisation ? Habituation is the gradual reduction or waning of a response to a non-harmful stimulus in the environment (e.g. plastic bags) with frequent presentation of the stimulus. Successful habituation is dependent on the following; the … Continue reading
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