How Would a Therapist Use Operant Behavioral Approaches to Treat

question 27

Multiple Choice

How would a therapist use operant behavioral approaches to treat chronic pain?

• A) use pain as a punisher
• B) reward successful coping and life adaptation
• C) reduce reinforcement for the sick role
• D) induce relaxation by using biofeedback

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