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Reinforcement

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From:

NICE Guideline CG142 - Autism spectrum disorder in adults: diagnosis and management

National Institute for Health and Care Excellence

A technique used in behavioural therapy to teach 'rules' of social engagement through providing prompts for behaviour. Reinforcement may be by the autistic person or those working with or caring for them.

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