Performing a behavior that prevents an aversive outcome from occurring. Contrast with passive avoidance.
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(2012). Active Avoidance. In: Seel, N.M. (eds) Encyclopedia of the Sciences of Learning. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4419-1428-6_2009
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