| Negative Stimulus | Behavior that is reinforced |
| Insect bite itches | Scratch it. |
| Eyes itch | Rub them. |
| Lights too bright | Squint or shade them |
| Cold draft of air | Close the window |
| Too much noise | Turn down your hearing aid (my mother's solution) |
| Too much nagging | Drown it out with the radio
or Give in and do what they want |
| Boring class | Daydream, doodle, tune out |
| Worry about a test | Watch TV;
or Study to relieve guilt. |
| Have a headache | Take a pain reliever |
| Nervous | Deep breathing relaxation exercises |