Question

Leon is undergoing treatment for his depression. In the course of his treatment, his therapist encourages him to take up new ventures and tries to build up his confidence through positive reinforcement. This therapeutic technique is most likely based on the __________.

Answer 1

Answer: Behavioral activation

Explanation:

Behavioral activation is a type of therapeutic interventions which is used to treat the depression. This a behavioral model in which the depression is defined as lack of positive reinforcement.

This a customized plan which varies from person to person. When it comes to positive reinforcement, different people have different concept of positive thoughts.

So, in this method the person is motivated to have positive thoughts and positive reinforcement.