One of the Most Effective Treatments for Panic Disorder Is

question 8

Multiple Choice

One of the most effective treatments for panic disorder is _____ because it helps people _____.

• A) cognitive therapy; correct their overestimation of the danger involved in a panic attack
• B) rational-emotive therapy; challenge their sense of low self-control
• C) transcranial magnetic stimulation; pair panic experiences with relaxation
• D) shock therapy; compare their own mildly distressing symptoms to strong and persistent physical discomfort

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Definitions:

Conditioned Response

A learned reaction to a specific stimulus as a result of conditioning, where the response becomes automatic or reflexive.

Little Albert

Refers to a classic experiment in psychology where a young child was conditioned to fear a white rat, demonstrating how fears can be acquired through classical conditioning.

Trembling

Shaking or quivering movement, often resulting from nervousness, fear, excitement, or cold.

Electric Shock

A sudden discharge of electricity through a part of the human body, causing various effects from mild discomfort to serious injury or even death.