Problem 1: Is it ethical to attempt to change someone's behavior like this?
o Is it manipulation?
o Does manipulation involve being either indifferent or hostile towards the well-being of the target?
o Without this indifference or hostility, is manipulation, okay?
Problem 2: "When a dolphin does something wrong, the trainer doesn't respond in any way. He stands still for a few beats, careful not to look at the dolphin, and then returns to work.
The idea is that any response, positive or negative, fuels a behavior. If a behavior provokes no response, it typically dies away."
o Do you think this works well in daily life?
Any issues with this or exceptions to this approach?
o Some behaviors may be easier or harder to train than others.
What types of behaviors can be easily trained?