Which of the Following Accurately Describes the Process of Systematic

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of the following accurately describes the process of systematic desensitization?

• A) Teaching faulty cognitions; discussing cognitions after each of the triggers; continue exploring the irrational thoughts until client no longer experiences anxiety in association with the trigger.
• B) Teaching relaxation; creating a hierarchy of triggers; working up the hierarchy until client no longer experiences anxiety in association with the trigger.
• C) Creating a hierarchy of triggers; working up the hierarchy by learning to ignore anxious feelings until client no longer experiences anxiety in association with the trigger.
• D) Teaching rational responses in relation to the triggers; working up the hierarchy, providing information on rational responses until client no longer experiences anxiety in association with the trigger.

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Definitions:

Unhealthy Dieting

Practices that involve eating patterns that are harmful to one’s health, often aimed at rapid weight loss.

Rigid Sex Roles

Strict societal expectations and norms for behavior, actions, and responsibilities based on an individual's biological sex.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by persistent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and/or repetitive, ritualistic behaviors (compulsions) that the person feels driven to perform.

Panic Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by sudden and repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms such as chest pain, heart palpitations, or breathing difficulties.