A doctor is working in a clinic with mentally challenged children and decides to implement a new program to encourage more positive behaviours. Whenever children engage in specific behaviours (such as saying, "Thank you," taking turns with a friend, and cooperating with another child on a project), they are rewarded with poker chips that can later be turned in for various prizes that they enjoy. What technique is this doctor using?

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This technique is known as a token economy, where tokens (in this case, poker chips) are given as a reward for desired behaviors. These tokens can later be exchanged for a reward, reinforcing the positive behavior.

A Doctor Is Working in a Clinic with Mentally Challenged