âthe removal of a negative stimulus following a responseâ. Scratching an insect bite that itches (reinforces scratching behavior by removing itch). Rubbing itchy eyes (reinforces rubbing behavior by removing itch). Daydreaming or doodling in boring class (reinforces daydreaming behavior by removing boredom).
The amount you or anyone else can contribute to your HSA depends on the type of high-deductible health plan (HDHP) you have, your age, the date you become an eligible individual, and the date you cease to be an eligible individual are also considered.
Because the employee can deduct contributions made to an HSA, the IRS sets limits as to how much the individual and his family can contribute to the account. As of 2012, the maximum amount that can contributed to an individual employee HSA account in a year is $3,100.