Science and Human Behavior, Chapter 12: Punishment, Quote 1

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Science and Human Behavior, Chapter 12: Punishment, Quote 1

Post author:B. F. Skinner Foundation
Post published:July 7, 2016
Post category:Skinner's Quote of the Day

“The commonest technique of control in modern life is punishment.” (p. 182)

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“The commonest technique of control in modern life is punishment.” (p. 182)

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