Prior to a patient's completion of a token economy program, a desirable procedure is to

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Gradually substituting real-world rewards for tokens allows for the patient to generalize the behaviors that were targeted in the token economy program. It helps the patient learn to engage in desirable behaviors even when there are no tokens involved, so the skills learned during the program can be retained and applied in real-life situations. It also helps to avoid abrupt discontinuation of the token system, which could lead to relapse.

Prior to a Patient's Completion of a Token Economy Program