The Therapist Is Moving His Pen Back and Forth as the Patient

question 140

Multiple Choice

The therapist is moving his pen back and forth as the patient is focusing on some traumatic event.This therapy is called:

• A) cognitive-behavior therapy
• B) flooding
• C) systematic desensitization
• D) EMDR

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Definitions:

Electrical Impulse

An electrical charge that moves through neurons, enabling signals to be transmitted throughout the body, including to and from the brain.

Chain Reaction

A series of chemical reactions where the product or by-product of one reaction initiates another.

Contraction

The process of muscle fibers shortening in response to a stimulus, leading to movement or increased tension.

Cardiac

Relating to the heart, especially in terms of its function or diseases.