I am using an example of positive punishment. Positive punishment is when something is presented after a behavior and typically will decrease that behavior in an individual.
This individual here has been laying in bed all day instead of studying for the test they have tomorrow
The behavior was not studying for their test.
The next day...
They are in their class taking the test and cannot remember how to do these problems
Two days later the teacher calls the student into her office to discuss why she dd so poorly on the test
I hope you understand that I am going to have to fail you for this test. I hope that for the ext one you study and try harder.
I understand
What will happen when my parents find out
The something that presented itself after the behavior is failing the test and disappointing their parents
Your teacher called and told us you failed your test we are very disappointed.
To avoid failing their next quiz and disappointing their parents again they began studying for their tests.
This is where we see the decrease in that behavior.
We are so proud of you for getting a 100% on your test
Studying for their test resulted in them passing their test and making their parents proud.