instant gratification

instant gratification

the meeting or satisfying of one’s needs or wishes without delay. Therapy may be important to help reduce the desire for instant gratification when postponing needs and tolerating delays would be realistic or in the best interests of the client.

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BNT abbreviation for Boston Naming Test.

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