The Program Implemented by Bugental in an Experimental Effort to Prevent

question 44

Multiple Choice

The program implemented by Bugental in an experimental effort to prevent child maltreatment focused particularly on the:

• A) mesosystem.
• B) microsystem.
• C) exosystem.
• D) chronosystem.

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Definitions:

Token Economy

A behavioral modification technique that involves providing tokens as rewards for desired behaviors, which can later be exchanged for privileges or treats.

Operant Conditioning

A learning approach where the robustness of a behavior is changed by providing motivation or administering discipline.

Operant Conditioning

A form of learning in which the degree of a behavior is modified by giving reinforcements or implementing disciplinary actions.

Autism

A developmental disorder characterized by difficulties with social interaction and communication, and by restricted and repetitive behavior.