AP PSYCHOLOGY

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TREATMENT OF ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR

THERAPY AND TREATMENT

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a behavioral system has been implemented in which the adolescents earn points for target behaviors like getting up on time, making beds, attending class, etc. They are allowed to exchange their earned points for privileges, activities, etc. This system is called ____ and is based on ____
A
time out; extinction
B
systematic desensitation; gradual exposure
C
token economy; reinforcement
D
primary reinforcement; non-reward
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In behavior therapy, a therapist employs principles of learning from classical and operant conditioning to help clients change undesirable behaviors.

Detailed explanation-2: -Behaviour therapy is a treatment approach originally derived from learning theory, which seeks to solve problems and relieve symptoms by changing behaviour and the environmental contingencies which control behaviour.

Detailed explanation-3: -Reality therapy is intended to help clients identify their unmet needs and guide them through making plans and setting goals to fulfill these unmet needs.

Detailed explanation-4: -Exposure Therapy: The effectiveness of exposure therapy relies upon a behavioral principle called habituation. Habituation is the process by which a person’s behavioral and sensory response diminishes over time, after repeated exposure to a particular stimulus. We all have experienced habituation.

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