A Variation of the Counterconditioning Procedure Used in the Treatment

question 213

Multiple Choice

A variation of the counterconditioning procedure used in the treatment of Peter's fear of rabbits has been used to treat adult phobias. This variation is called:

• A) systematic desensitization.
• B) secondary punishers.
• C) latent learning.
• D) intermittent reinforcement.

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Definitions:

Stigmatization

The process of discrediting individuals or groups by labeling them as less desirable or acceptable based on certain characteristics or behaviors.

African Americans

A term used to refer to citizens or residents of the United States who have total or partial ancestry from any of the Black racial groups of Africa.

Passing

The act of being perceived as a member of an identity group to which one does not belong, often to avoid stigma or discrimination.

Positive Deviance

An approach focusing on individuals or groups who achieve better outcomes than their peers despite facing similar challenges, by adopting uncommon but beneficial behaviors.