The Behavioral Approach to Treating Depersonalization Disorder Would Emphasize the Use

question 40

Multiple Choice

The behavioral approach to treating depersonalization disorder would emphasize the use of ____.

• A) hypnosis to uncover the unconscious conflicts that are responsible for the symptoms
• B) stress-coping mechanisms, self-reinforcement, and teaching significant others to respond positively to the "normal" behavior of the patient
• C) antianxiety and antidepressant medication
• D) systematic desensitization, flooding, modeling, and virtual reality

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Definitions:

Tension

A state of mental or emotional strain, often resulting from challenging or demanding circumstances.

Stimulus-Response Units

In behavioral psychology, these are the basic elements of behavior, indicating a direct, observable link between a stimulus and a response it triggers.

Learning-Performance Distinction

Highlights the difference between acquiring a skill (learning) and demonstrating it (performance), emphasizing that learning may occur without immediate evidence through performance.

Cognitive Purposive Expression

A theory or perspective in psychology that emphasizes the role of mental processes and purposive behavior in understanding and expressing emotions.