Jenna Is Afraid of Speaking to a Large Audience

question 337

Multiple Choice

Jenna is afraid of speaking to a large audience.Her therapist suggests that prior to a speaking engagement she should reassure herself with comments like,"Cheer up,Jenna.You know what you're talking about and your topic is really interesting!" This approach to reducing Jenna's fear most clearly illustrates

• A)aversive conditioning.
• B)person-centered therapy.
• C)dialectical behavior therapy.
• D)cognitive therapy.

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Definitions:

Social Learning Theory

A theory that proposes people can learn new behaviors through observation and imitation of others, alongside direct reinforcement of actions.

Reinforcement

is a concept in psychology that refers to a method of strengthening a desired behavior by rewarding it or reducing negative outcomes for the individual.

Imitation

The action of using someone or something as a model and attempting to copy their behavior, actions, or features.

Maturation

The process of development in which an individual matures or reaches full biological and psychological maturity.