Which Approach Would Explain That Phobias Are Acquired Through Classical

question 69

Multiple Choice

Which approach would explain that phobias are acquired through classical conditioning and the hypochondriac's "sickness behavior" is reinforced by sympathy and attention?

• A) existential
• B) behavioral
• C) cognitive
• D) humanistic

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Definitions:

Cultural Normalization

The process through which certain practices, beliefs, or standards become accepted and integrated into everyday life, becoming seen as the norm within a culture.

Different Races

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Feminist Counseling

An approach to therapy that considers the social, cultural, and political context contributing to a client’s problems, emphasizing gender equality and empowerment.

Empathic

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