Mrs. Coleman is a withdrawn schizophrenia patient. To encourage her to be more socially active,institutional staff members give her small plastic cards whenever she talks to someone. She is allowed to exchange these cards for candy and cigarettes. Staff members are making use of

A) active listening.
B) systematic desensitization.
C) a token economy.
D) classical conditioning.

Token Economy

A behavior modification system that utilizes tokens as reinforcement for desired behaviors, which can later be exchanged for privileges or rewards.

Schizophrenia Patient

A schizophrenia patient is an individual diagnosed with schizophrenia, a mental disorder marked by distorted thinking, perceptions, emotions, language, sense of self, and behavior.

Socially Active

Engaging in and contributing to community or social group activities, showing involvement with others in public contexts.