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token economy  

Definition

  • A program in which tokens (e.g., points, gold stars) are earned by completing certain designated behaviors. A contingency is established between completing a task and earning an agreed-upon number of tokens. [Source: The Dictionary of Family Psychology and Family Therapy; token economy]

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