Which time-out method uses a barrier to prevent the person from seeing others while the time-out is in effect?

• A. PlacCHECK
• B. Partition Time Out
• C. Planned Ignoring
• D. Overcorrection

Answer: (B)

Partition time-out uses a barrier to block the person’s view of others during the timeout. By placing a screen or partition, the individual remains in the environment but is visually isolated, which reduces access to social reinforcement while the timeout is in effect. This non-exclusionary setup is specifically about preventing seeing others, rather than removing the person from the setting. Other timeout methods don’t rely on a barrier to block sight: planned ignoring withholds attention rather than creating a visual barrier; overcorrection involves practicing corrective behaviors; PlacCHECK is a different procedure that isn’t centered on blocking sight during a timeout.