A Highly Effective Way to Reduce the Fear Associated with Specific

question 13

Multiple Choice

A highly effective way to reduce the fear associated with specific objects and eventually overcome a phobia is to:

• A)avoid any experiences associated with the feared object or event.
• B)confront the fear by gradually increasing exposure to the feared object or event.
• C)present the feared object or event unexpectedly and randomly to scare the person.
• D)punish an individual for reacting in fear when he or she comes in contact with the feared object or event.

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Definitions:

Life Stress

A term referring to the physical and psychological strain or tension resulting from one's response to challenges, demands, and changes in life.

Lazarus

Often associated with the psychological concept of stress and coping mechanisms, inspired by the work of psychologist Richard Lazarus.

Avoidance-Avoidance Conflict

A conflict arising from having to choose between undesirable alternatives.