DBT Uses Contingency Management Procedures to Make Interactions Between Client

question 37

Multiple Choice

DBT uses contingency management procedures to make interactions between client and counselor a learning opportunity.The observing limits procedure,a specific application of contingency management,is used to _____________________________________.

• A) set and maintain appropriate limits such as not extending sessions if the client is late, not accepting phone calls at home, not sharing personal information
• B) correct a given behavior using aversive consequences
• C) act in accordance with client wishes to ensure that a sense of safety is maintained and boundaries that are comfortable for the client are observed
• D) solicit another response which the counselor can reinforce

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