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Philip Hilts discusses his book "Behavior Mod"

BROADCAST: Oct. 3, 1974 | DURATION: 00:50:49

Synopsis

Philip Hilts, an author and journalist, discusses behavior modification and it advantages and dangers. He delves into B. F. Skinner and Ivan Pavlov's work and explains how behavior modification is used today. Hilts discusses cases used in prisons, schools, and workplaces. Hilts also talks about typical medications given to children who are said to experience hyperactivity.

Details

Broadcast Date
Oct. 3, 1974

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 50.36 min.) : 7 in.

Duration
50 minutes, 49 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Healthcare, Medicine, Mental Health Law, Crime, Prison Education Childhood & Youth

People

Authors, Writers Medical personnel Social Scientists

Tags

Hilts, Philip Behavior mod. Authors, American. Audiotapes. Radio programs. WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Behavior modification Psychologists Electroshock therapy Hyperactivity in children Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity Ritalin Skinner, B. F. (Burrhus Frederic), 1904-1990 Pavlov, Ivan Medical testing on prisoners

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