Jake Is Staying in a Large Halfway House for Recovering

question 58

Multiple Choice

Jake is staying in a large halfway house for recovering addicts. Every time he successfully finishes his chores around the house, helps a roommate, or does any other appropriate behaviour, he receives a token. These tokens can be later exchanged for privileges such as staying out past curfew or going to a movie theatre. This system is an example of

• A)counterconditioning
• B)a client-centred approach
• C)malingering
• D)behaviour modification

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Definitions:

Persuasive Communication

The skill of using language and other rhetorical means to influence or convince others about a particular idea, belief, or action.

Credible

Worthy of belief or confidence; trustworthy and reliable.

Coalition Formation

The process of individuals or groups coming together to achieve a common goal or interest.

Assertiveness

A communication style characterized by confidence and directness in expressing one's opinions, needs, and desires, while respecting others.