Behaviour Modification

Behaviour Modification

1. Token Economy

2. Based on principles of operant & classical conditioning

3. "Tokens" can be traded for desired items e.g tobacco, phone calls etc

4. Items: primary

   • Tokens: secondary

5. Behaviour is then shaped for long term

6. Prisoners may feel patronised & childish and not want to comply

7. Don't need highly trained staff, therefore can be implemented in most prisons

8. Tokens can be exploited by staff - leads to poor relationships in prison

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