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BACKUP REINFORCER

By N., Sam M.S.

in behavior modification, this refers to a reward given to a client in return for tokens he or she has earned due to compliant behavior. See also token economy.

Cite this page: N., Sam M.S., "BACKUP REINFORCER," in PsychologyDictionary.org, April 7, 2013, https://psychologydictionary.org/backup-reinforcer/ (accessed May 12, 2026).
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