Thom Is Afraid of Snakes

question 171

Multiple Choice

Thom is afraid of snakes. In an effort to help him overcome his fear, Thom's therapist has him enter a room where there are dozens of snakes and has him hold them. Thom is not permitted to leave the room until the therapy session is completed. Which technique is Thom's therapist using?

• A) systematic desensitization
• B) flooding
• C) paradoxical intent
• D) aversion therapy

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