An Abnormal Behavior Pattern That Is Associated with States of Intense

question 102

Multiple Choice

An abnormal behavior pattern that is associated with states of intense emotional distress or an impaired ability to function is a(n) ______.

• A) abreaction
• B) reaction formation
• C) perceptual set
• D) psychological disorder

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Definitions:

Stress Circuits

Biological pathways involving the brain and body's response systems that activate during stressful situations, impacting physical and emotional health.

Exposure

A therapeutic technique used in behavioral therapy where an individual is gradually introduced to a feared object or context without any danger, to overcome their anxiety.

Flooding

An exposure therapy in which clients are exposed repeatedly and intensively to a feared object and made to see that it is actually harmless.

Psychological Debriefing

A structured conversation following a traumatic event intended to help those affected process their experiences and reduce stress.