Joanna indulges in binge eating whenever she is depressed. This has affected her health, and she is suffering from high blood cholesterol and diabetes. She consults a psychotherapist, Joseph, to diagnose and treat her psychological disorder. He promises her a reward for every pound she sheds. She can use this reward for shopping. Identify the technique used by Joseph to treat Joanna.

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Joseph is using the technique of token economies, where he offers a reward (tokens that can be exchanged for something desirable, in this case, shopping) for every pound Joanna loses. This technique is often used in behavior modification programs.

Joanna Indulges in Binge Eating Whenever She Is Depressed