DrFernwood Is a Research Psychologist

question 2

Multiple Choice

Dr.Fernwood is a research psychologist.The main focus of her research is the use of psychological knowledge to find ways to reduce bullying in schools.Dr.Fernwood's research could be described as _________ psychology.

• A)basic
• B)forensic
• C)applied
• D)industrial/organizational

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Definitions:

Progressive Relaxation

A technique for reducing stress and anxiety by tensing and then relaxing each muscle group in the body sequentially.

Exposure Therapy

A psychological treatment that involves confronting fears and anxieties by gradual, controlled exposure to the objects, activities, or situations that cause them.

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique used to help individuals overcome phobias and anxiety disorders by gradually exposing them to the anxiety source while teaching them relaxation techniques.

Aversive Conditioning

is a form of behavioral training where a negative stimulus is paired with an undesirable behavior in order to reduce or eliminate that behavior.