When a parent unintentionally rewards the child for inappropriate behaviour and the child rewards the parent for giving in to inappropriate behaviour,this is referred to as a(n)

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This is an example of a coercive exchange, which refers to a pattern of behavior in which both the parent and the child unintentionally reinforce negative behavior through their interactions. The parent may give in to the child's demands, which reinforces the child's negative behavior, and the child may reward the parent by stopping the negative behavior temporarily, which reinforces the parent's giving in. Over time, this pattern can lead to more frequent and intense negative behavior.

When a Parent Unintentionally Rewards the Child for Inappropriate Behaviour