According to the Principle of Insufficient Punishment, Which of the Following

question 129

Multiple Choice

According to the principle of insufficient punishment, which of the following parental techniques should be most effective in changing a child's behavior permanently (i.e., even behavior that occurs in the absence of the parent) ?

• A) ignoring the child's troublesome behavior
• B) threat of severe punishment
• C) threat of mild punishment
• D) severe punishment

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Definitions:

Minimal Responses

Short, often non-verbal, feedback during conversation that signals listening without interrupting the speaker's flow.

Patient's Behavior

Refers to the actions, reactions, or conduct of patients, often observed in healthcare settings, which can provide insights into their mental health and needs.

Assessment Documentation

The written records and findings from evaluations and tests conducted by professionals to determine the needs, conditions, or abilities of individuals.

Eye Contact

The act of looking directly into one another's eyes, which can convey a range of emotions and facilitate non-verbal communication.