Dr Sherman Is Working in a Clinic with Children with Developmental

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Multiple Choice

Dr. Sherman is working in a clinic with children with developmental delays and decides to implement a new program to encourage more positive behaviour. Whenever children engage in specific behaviour (such as saying, "Thank you," taking turns with a friend, and cooperating with another child on a project) , they are rewarded with stickers that can later be turned in for various prizes that they enjoy. Dr. Sherman is using which of the following therapeutic techniques?

• A)Higher order classical conditioning
• B)Modeling
• C)Negative reinforcement
• D)A token economy
• E)Unconditional positive regard

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Definitions:

Intrinsic Motivation

The drive to perform a task due to inherent satisfaction or enjoyment, rather than external pressures or rewards.

Extrinsic Rewards

Rewards given to an individual that are external to the job itself, such as pay, bonuses, or other tangible benefits.

Self-Actualization Need

The desire for self-fulfillment and realizing one's own potential, as the highest level in Maslow's hierarchy of needs.

Maslow's Hierarchy

A psychological theory proposed by Abraham Maslow that suggests human needs are arranged in a hierarchy from basic physiological needs to self-actualization.