Parents of a 3-year-old have noticed an improvement in behavior because of using a time-out behavioral approach.Which aspect of time-out therapy may be responsible for this child's improved behavior?

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The removal of positive reinforcement is a key aspect of time-out therapy. By removing access to attention or preferred activities during a time-out, the child learns that their maladaptive behavior results in a loss of something rewarding. This can lead to a decrease in that behavior over time as the child seeks to avoid the negative consequences of a time-out.

Parents of a 3-Year-Old Have Noticed an Improvement in Behavior