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Example of a Token Economy in a Psychiatric Hospital
In a psychiatric hospital setting, a token economy can be used to foster patient cooperation and increase activity. Patients are rewarded with tokens for engaging in positive behaviors, such as making their beds, maintaining personal hygiene, arriving at the cafeteria on time, or socializing with others. These tokens can then be exchanged for various privileges, including extra television time, a private room, or visits to the hospital's canteen.
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