Victor has suffered from a substance-related disorder for many years, and has finally decided to seek treatment to kick his habit. As part of his counseling, Victor and his therapist select the behaviors that are unhealthy and need to change, and decide on what rewards Victor will earn by making those changes. Their plan is very clear and very simple, and there is no room for misinterpretation. Victor and his counselor are employing ________ as part of his treatment.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Answer: contingency management

Psychology

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a. Boris, whose is discouraged by his parents from experimenting personally. b. Ashley, whose parents encourage discussion and recognize her autonomy. c. Elizabeth, whose parents set rules with little justification and enforce them without explanation. d. Nicolas, whose parents pressure him to follow their suggestions.

Psychology

Two-year-old Baby Angela attends day care five days a week because she has a single mother who works

This means that Angela falls into the group of close to _____ of children between the ages of 4 months and 3 years who are cared for by other adults. a) 50% b) 75% c) 25% d) 66%

Psychology