If you want to suppress behavior then the use of aversive outcomes is ineffective if the client has been doing that behavior for many years.

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The effectiveness of aversive outcomes in suppressing behavior does not solely depend on the duration the behavior has been exhibited. Aversive outcomes can be effective in modifying behavior regardless of how long the behavior has been present, although factors such as the specific behavior, the individual, and the context can influence effectiveness.

If You Want to Suppress Behavior Then the Use of Aversive