Someone You Know Has Been Having a Lot of Difficulty

question 43

Multiple Choice

Someone you know has been having a lot of difficulty because of irrational fears. Knowing that you are studying abnormal psychology, this person asks if you know of an effective and well-established treatment. You advise her that ________, based on the mid-20th century work of Joseph Wolpe, is a successful anxiety reduction procedure.

• A)systematic desensitization
• B)person centered therapy
• C)exorcism
• D)aversive conditioning

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Definitions:

Malaysian Manager

A management professional operating within the context of the Malaysian business environment, encompassing the unique cultural, economic, and regulatory practices of Malaysia.

Compassion

The emotional response of understanding and caring for others, coupled with a desire to alleviate their suffering.

Participative

A leadership or management style where decision-making is shared with others, especially the members of the team, encouraging input and involvement from all.

In-Group Collectivism

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