Axiomempiricalv1
Variable ratio reinforcement schedules are the most
Variable ratio reinforcement schedules are the most extinction-resistant reinforcement pattern in behavioral psychology.
Why This Is an Axiom
This is a bedrock finding from behavioral psychology about how reinforcement schedules work. It is not derived from other claims in the curriculum but is taken as an established empirical fact that explains why social media is so compelling.
Source Lessons
L-0612
Self-authority and social media
Social media platforms are engineered to capture your attention and shape your beliefs. Self-authority requires recognizing these systems as influence operations and managing your exposure deliberately.
L-0750
Digital environment as choice architecture
Your phone home screen app arrangement and notifications architecture your digital choices.