Lamont's Therapist Helps Him Construct a List of Fear-Producing Situations

question 174

Multiple Choice

Lamont's therapist helps him construct a list of fear-producing situations involving heights.His therapist then teaches Lamont exercises that produce deep relaxation.Once Lamont is relaxed,he attempts the first time on the list,which is "standing on a chair." The first item is repeated until Lamont feels no anxiety.He then proceeds to the second item "climbing a small stepladder." During the next six weeks,this procedure continues until Lamont performs the last item of "flying in an airplane." Lamont and his therapist are using

• A) aversive conditioning.
• B) systematic desensitization.
• C) rational-emotive behavior therapy.
• D) rational confrontation.

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