Russell Is an Alcoholic Who Wants to Quit Drinking

question 173

Multiple Choice

Russell is an alcoholic who wants to quit drinking. When he seeks help from a therapist, he is given a drug that will cause nausea if he drinks alcohol. Russell's therapist is using a type of therapy called

• A)systematic desensitization
• B)token economy
• C)aversion therapy
• D)virtual reality therapy

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