Is Punishment Ever Useful?

After exploring the use of operant conditioning presented in the readings, complete each of the following:

• Define positive punishment and negative punishment and give an example of each.
• Explain intrinsic and extrinsic punishment and give an example of each.
• Discuss at least three specific problems associated with punishment.
• Describe at least one instance where punishment might be appropriate and desirable to apply as a consequence. Fully discuss your rationale, including three requirements that could help maximize its effectiveness.