Preliminary Studies Suggest That _____________ Is Comparably Effective to Actual

question 16

Multiple Choice

Preliminary studies suggest that _____________ is comparably effective to actual exposure therapy.

• A) no intervention at all
• B) clomipramine
• C) virtual reality exposure therapy
• D) fluoxetine

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Definitions:

Avoidance Coping

A coping strategy where an individual attempts to avoid stressors rather than confronting them directly, often leading to short-term relief but potential long-term problems.

Seeking Social Support

The process of looking for understanding, compassion, and assistance from others, particularly during challenging times.

Tuberculosis

An infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis, primarily affecting the lungs but can spread to other organs.

Chronic Lower Respiratory Diseases

A group of diseases that affect the lungs, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and bronchitis, often characterized by breathing problems and airflow blockage.