08 Aug Does it matter that the subject of Watson’s classic experiment suffered from hydrocephalus, Why or Why Not?
In your textbook, there is mention of John Watson’s study on classically conditioning a human child. For a quick reminder of this classical experiment, review this video. The Little Albert Experiment
After viewing the video, read this short follow up article about who is Little Albert. Mystery Solved about who was Little Albert In your assigned discussion area below, comment on the fact that Little Albert (Douglas Merritte) suffered from hydrocephalus. Search on the web what this condition is and formulate an answer to this question.
Unit Review #2 Discussion: Does it matter that the subject of Watson’s classic experiment suffered from hydrocephalus, Why or Why Not? Post your response to this question and reply to one other student’s post. Remember to add something to the conversation when you reply, avoid an answer that only agrees or disagrees with the student.
Review the Unit Discussion Rubric to understand how you are graded. Click on the active link below to post your response and reply to others. Note that you may have to wait a few days before another student posts their responses for you to reply. If no other student posts in your group, you are not deducted points for the reply since you can’t control whether other students post or not. It is wise to post your responses sooner than later.
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Follow up article- https://www.apa.org/monitor/2010/01/little-albert
