The Word "Con," Which Means to Deceive, Comes from the Word

question 41

Multiple Choice

The word "con," which means to deceive, comes from the word:

• A) Contract.
• B) Conserve.
• C) Confuse.
• D) Confidence.

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Definitions:

Exposure Therapies

A type of cognitive-behavioral therapy that involves the controlled exposure to the stimuli or situations that cause fear or distress to reduce their triggering effect.

Token Economy

A form of behavior modification that uses tokens or symbols as rewards for performing desired behaviors which can be exchanged for privileges or treats.

Patients' Anxiety

The feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease that patients may experience related to their health, medical procedures, or hospital environment.

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique used to reduce phobic or anxiety responses by gradually exposing the person to the anxiety-producing stimulus while in a state of relaxation.