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. 2015 Dec 24;14(1):26–33. doi: 10.1176/appi.focus.20150029

Table 3.

Types of Reinforcement and Related Treatment Suggestions

Reinforcement Reinforcement
Positive Negative
Internal Provides gratification (raises the cost) Relieves distress (exposure or exposure and response prevention)
External Attention and support (redirect parents and others) Avoidance (reengage, not escape)