Love is Blind but ABA Isn't

In this episode of Everyday ABA, your hosts Paola, Leslie, and Brittanny dive deep into Netflix’s hit reality show Love Is Blind through the lens of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). They unpack the psychological and behavioral factors driving relationship dynamics on the show, from participant compensation and production techniques to the emotional impact of family opinions and financial compatibility.The hosts explore key ABA principles such as reinforcement, punishment, and shaping to analyze how contestants form connections and handle relationship challenges. They also break down the complexities of jealousy and trust issues, highlighting the need for open communication and mutual understanding. Tune in to discover how ABA can help explain the success—or failure—of relationships, both on and off screen.⭐ Help us reach more people by following, turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 ☕ Support your favorite hosts at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba📖 Interested in CEUs? Get your certificate HERE!👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using  Rakuten📊 Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]’t miss Part 3 next week, where we analyze Episodes 10-12! 🎓 LEARNING OBJECTIVES FOR CEU CREDIT:Participants will be able to describe the impact of delay discounting and commitment bias on rapid decision-making in relationships.Compare and contrast the use of rule-governed behavior vs. contingency-shaped behavior in relationshipsParticipants will be able to identify and describe how reinforcement of short-term rewards (e.g., money, trips) can override long-term consequences in decision-making,  References Cialdini, R. B. (2001). Influence: Science and practice (4th ed.). Allyn & Bacon.Odum, A. L. (2011). Delay discounting: I'm a k, you’re a k. Journal of the Experimental Analysis of Behavior, 96(3), 427-439. Skinner, B. F. (1957). Verbal behavior. Appleton-Century-Crofts.