Token economy: behaviorism applied. (1972)

1972 · Short film · 21 min

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Synopsis

Psychologist B. F. Skinner outlines his theories on the treatment of the mentally ill, criminals, and retardates, showing the successful application of these theories in a mental health facility Discusses the application of Skinnarian theories in th education and treatment of retardates, criminals and the mentally ill. Explains the use of tokens in a program of reinforcement therapy.

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21 minutes

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