Dalton Goes to a Therapist for Help in Losing Weight

question 125

Multiple Choice

Dalton goes to a therapist for help in losing weight. He and his therapist develop a written agreement spelling out weekly step-by-step methods for Dalton to use in order to reach his weight goal. The plan specifies rewards for reaching weekly goals and penalties for not achieving them. Dalton's therapist is using which of the following methods?

• A) classical conditioning
• B) desensitization
• C) a contingency contract
• D) a token economy

Recognize the signs, symptoms, and treatment options for various endocrine disorders in children.

Describe the genetic implications and counseling needs for hereditary endocrine disorders.

Understand the clinical manifestations of hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism.

Explain the management strategies for growth hormone deficiencies.

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