The brain has a really interesting way of learning through rewards and punishments. Here’s what I’ve learned:
Reward Pathway: When we get something nice, like a compliment or a treat, our brain releases a chemical called dopamine. This makes us feel happy and motivates us to do that behavior again.
Punishment Response: On the other hand, when we face punishment, a part of our brain called the amygdala gets activated. This creates uncomfortable feelings that can stop us from doing things we shouldn’t do.
In short, the mix of rewards and punishments helps shape how we learn and the choices we make.
The brain has a really interesting way of learning through rewards and punishments. Here’s what I’ve learned:
Reward Pathway: When we get something nice, like a compliment or a treat, our brain releases a chemical called dopamine. This makes us feel happy and motivates us to do that behavior again.
Punishment Response: On the other hand, when we face punishment, a part of our brain called the amygdala gets activated. This creates uncomfortable feelings that can stop us from doing things we shouldn’t do.
In short, the mix of rewards and punishments helps shape how we learn and the choices we make.