Proponents of behavior modification have suggested that institutionalized patients can be weaned from ________ by shifting them to other rewards common to life outside an institution.

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Behavior modification relies heavily on the use of a token economy, where individuals are given tokens or points as rewards for positive behavior. These tokens can then be exchanged for desired items or privileges. This system has been used successfully in institutionalized settings to encourage positive behavior and decrease negative behavior. Therefore, the correct answer is B - a token economy. The other options (A, C, and D) do not directly relate to weaning patients from institutionalized settings.

Proponents of Behavior Modification Have Suggested That Institutionalized Patients Can