The Self-Control Triad (SCT), a covert conditioning procedure, is defined in detail. Clinical examples are presented on the use of the SCT with maladaptive avoidance and maladaptive approach behaviors. Uses of the SCT in the treatment of depression, organic dysfunction, and children's problem behaviors are also discussed. Possible problems and the advantages of the SCT are enumerated. An experimental study of the effect of the SCT on myofascial pain dysfunction syndrome is described.
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