Lamont's Therapist Helps Him Construct a List of Fear-Producing Situations

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Lamont's therapist helps him construct a list of fear-producing situations involving heights. His therapist then teaches Lamont exercises that produce deep relaxation. Once Lamont is relaxed, he attempts the first item on the list, which is "standing on a chair." The first item is repeated until Lamont feels no anxiety. He then proceeds to the second item "climbing a small stepladder." During the next six weeks, this procedure continues until Lamont performs the last item of "flying in an airplane." Lamont and his therapist are using

• A)aversive conditioning.
• B)systematic desensitization.
• C)rational-emotive behavior therapy.
• D)rational confrontation.

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