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What is Token Economy

Handbook of Research on Psychosocial Perspectives of Human Communication Disorders
A system of contingency management based on systematic reinforcement, is target behavior using tokens that can be exchanged for other reinforcements.
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Behavioral Approach to Speech, Language, Hearing, and Communication Disorders
Srinivasan Venkatesan (All India Institute of Speech and Hearing, India)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-4955-0.ch011
Abstract
This chapter seeks to outline the overarching scenario of behavioral approaches to developmental and childhood speech, language, hearing, and communication disorders. By adopting the dichotomy of skill and problem behaviors, the steps or sequence, procedures, and practices of behavioral assessment and interventions are explained. While doing so, the uniquely Indian cultural underpinnings are highlighted with evidence-based empirical supports for the optimal benefits of the affected individuals. Additionally, two separate segments are focused on guidelines for skill training and problem behavior management along with case illustration on the format for their mapping procedures. The concluding section covers a critique of this approach which continues to hold promise for some more explorations in the contemporary circumstances for the optimum habilitation of these affected individuals.
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