FDSA BH170 Lecture One (Week One) - Goal Directed vs. Habitual Behavior

Irit Blohm explores the distinctions between goal-directed and habitual behavior in dog training, emphasizing how animals evaluate outcomes versus acting on established habits. Goal-directed behavior is driven by consequences and rewards, while habitual behavior is influenced by context and occurs automatically. The lecture also touches on the evolving understanding of the brain's role in these behaviors and encourages students to reflect on their own actions to better identify these behavioral types.