Compare and Contrast the Therapeutic Use of the Token Economy

question 74

Essay

Compare and contrast the therapeutic use of the token economy and contingency management programs.

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Definitions:

Optimistic View

A mindset that tends to expect favorable outcomes and focuses on positive aspects of a situation.

Human Nature

The inherent characteristics, behaviors, and traits shared by all humans.

Empirical Research

The process of collecting and analyzing data through observation and experimentation to gain knowledge or prove theories.

Behavioural Approach

A psychological perspective focusing on observable behaviors and how they're learned through interaction with the environment.