Understanding Pavlov’s Dogs: The Science of Conditioning and Its Impact on Behavior

Introduction

This paper explores the groundbreaking work of Ivan Pavlov and his experiments with dogs, which laid the foundation for the field of behavioral psychology through the concept of classical conditioning. The purpose of this report is to analyze Pavlov’s methodology, the principles of conditioning he unveiled, and the wider implications of his findings on human and animal behavior.

Main Body

Pavlov’s experiments began as a