Which of the Following Is Not Characteristic of Systematic Desensitization

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not characteristic of systematic desensitization:

• A)sudden exposure to the feared object or event
• B)imagining the feared object or event
• C)gradual exposure to the feared object or event
• D)a, b, and c all are characteristic of systematic desensitization

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Definitions:

Somatic Symptom

Physical symptoms that are either very distressing or result in significant disruption of functioning, not fully explained by a medical condition.

Dissociative

Pertaining to a break or disconnect in consciousness, memory, identity, or perception, often in response to trauma or stress.

Acute Stress

A short-term physiological response to an immediate perceived threat, challenge, or scare.

Somatic Symptom

Physical symptoms that cause significant distress or impairment, which are often associated with psychological factors.