What Is a "Token Economy

question 13

Multiple Choice

What is a "token economy"?

• A)a system in which hospitalized patients with schizophrenia "save up" or "bank" privileges for tasks performed on the hospital ward
• B)a system in which hospitalized patients with schizophrenia are praised for appropriate behaviour and given "time outs" for disruptive behaviour
• C)a system in which hospitalized patients with schizophrenia learn appropriate behaviours through social modelling by staff
• D)a system in which hospitalized patients with schizophrenia earn "tokens" for appropriate behaviour and lose tokens for disruptive behaviour

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Definitions:

Need

A requirement essential for an organism's survival, growth, or well-being.

Physiological Needs

Basic physical requirements including air, water, food, shelter, and sleep, necessary for human survival.

Breathing

The process of inhaling and exhaling air through the respiratory system, essential for providing oxygen to the body's cells and removing carbon dioxide.

Love And Belonging

A human emotional need to be an accepted member of a group, whether it be family, friends, or a larger social connection.