Hiram Is Afraid of Snakes

question 192

Multiple Choice

Hiram is afraid of snakes.In an effort to help him overcome his fear,his therapist has him enter a room where there are dozens of snakes and has him hold them.Hiram is not permitted to leave the room until the therapy session is completed.Hiram's therapist is using________.

• A)systematic desensitization
• B)flooding
• C)paradoxical intent
• D)aversion therapy

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