Positive reinforcement in probation practice: The practice and dilemmas of praise

Mullins, Eve; Kirkwood, Steve; Raynor, Peter

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Positive reinforcement in probation practice: The practice and dilemmas of praise

Eve Mullins

, Steve Kirkwood

, Peter Raynor

Probation Journal

Swansea University Author: Peter Raynor

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Positive reinforcement is a key part of probation practice, and linked to client desistance from offending. The main way practitioners positively reinforce clients’ prosocial comments or behaviours is through praising them. However, praise is tricky in interaction, as people are under pressure to ac...

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Positive reinforcement in probation practice: The practice and dilemmas of praise

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