What Are the Three Steps Involved in Systematic Desensitization

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Multiple Choice

What are the three steps involved in systematic desensitization?

• A) Identifying the problem, changing the contingencies, and debriefing for long-term change
• B) Muscle relaxation, creating an anxiety hierarchy, and pairing relaxation with each item on the hierarchy
• C) Making free associations, interpreting resistance and transference, and restructuring defense mechanisms
• D) Actively listening, demonstrating genuineness and empathy, and showing unconditional acceptance

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Definitions:

Anhedonia

A condition characterized by the inability to experience pleasure from activities usually found enjoyable.

Cyclothymia

A mood disorder characterized by periods of mild depression and periods of hypomania, which are less severe than those in bipolar disorder.

Pleasurable

Describing an experience or sensation that is enjoyable and brings happiness or satisfaction.

Unipolar

Referring to mood disorders that involve only one emotional pole, such as depression, without episodes of mania.