Author opens a 'Box,' and a can of worms

In the first chapter of her new book, "Opening Skinner's Box," Lauren Slater tackles the disturbing myth of Deborah Skinner, the daughter of controversial Harvard psychologist B.F. Skinner. Professor Skinner was a giant in the field of behavioral psychology -- he popularized the phrase "positive reinforcement" -- and achieved cult status for his best-selling book "Walden Two," his vision of ... (Full Article: 730 Words)

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