Positive sanctions (or rewards) are pleasant things we can do to try to make people conform and behave in a routine, predictable, fashion. An example is buying a child an ice cream to make it stop crying.
Negative sanctions (or punishments) are basically the not very nice things we can do to try to make people conform and behave, such as hitting someone or withholding food.
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A positive sanction is a reward or incentive for conforming to a norm or rule, while a negative sanction is a punishment or penalty for violating a norm or rule. Positive sanctions encourage desired behavior, while negative sanctions discourage undesired behavior.
A positive trait is a quality or characteristic that is beneficial, desirable, or favorable, while a negative trait is a quality or characteristic that is detrimental, undesirable, or unfavorable. Positive traits can include honesty, kindness, and resilience, while negative traits can include dishonesty, laziness, and selfishness.
Positive symptoms are the symptoms where a behavior or thought is present that should not be there (i.e. delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech, inappropriate emotions). Negative symptoms are the symptoms that are due to the absence of a behavior that should be present (i.e. psychomotor retardation, withdrawal from others, a catatonic state).
A positive social emotional environment fosters feelings of safety, support, and belonging, promoting healthy relationships and emotional well-being. In contrast, a negative social emotional environment may be characterized by conflict, stress, and hostility, leading to feelings of insecurity, isolation, and distress among individuals within the environment.
Functional conflict refers to disagreement that leads to positive outcomes such as increased creativity or better problem-solving. Dysfunctional conflict, on the other hand, results in negative consequences like reduced productivity or damaged relationships within a group or organization. The key difference lies in the impact of the conflict on the overall functioning and performance of the group.
Positive peer pressure encourages individuals to make healthy or responsible choices, while negative peer pressure influences individuals to engage in risky or harmful behaviors. Positive peer pressure can promote personal growth and confidence, while negative peer pressure can lead to peer influence and conformity to negative behaviors.