Recently, Flooding Has Been Used Less Frequently by Behaviour Therapists

question 43

Multiple Choice

Recently, flooding has been used less frequently by behaviour therapists to treat phobias because

• A)it causes extreme discomfort for the patient.
• B)the theory behind the technique is contrary to behavioural principles.
• C)it has been found to cause patients to faint.
• D)it results in "symptom-substitution": the patient simply becomes fearful of a different stimulus.

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Definitions:

Nitrogenous Organic Compounds

Organic compounds that contain nitrogen as part of their molecular structure, including proteins, nucleic acids, and more.

Inorganic Nitrogen-containing Ions

Nitrate, nitrite, and ammonium ions that are crucial for plant nutrition but can cause environmental issues in excess.

Organic Molecules

Compounds primarily made of carbon atoms bonded with hydrogen, often containing oxygen and nitrogen, and forming the basis of all life forms.

Guano

Accumulated excrement of seabirds and bats, used as a fertilizer due to its high nitrogen, phosphate, and potassium content.