Which Behavior Therapy Technique Is Commonly Used to Treat Anxieties

question 353

Multiple Choice

Which behavior therapy technique is commonly used to treat anxieties or fears?

• A) interpretation
• B) free association
• C) dream analysis
• D) exposure

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Definitions:

Somatic Symptom

Physical symptoms that cause significant distress or impairment, often with no identifiable medical cause, typically associated with emotional or psychological factors.

Physiological System

A group of organs working together to perform complex functions necessary for life and maintaining homeostasis within the body.

Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal Axis

A complex set of direct influences and feedback interactions among the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and adrenal glands regulating stress response, digestion, immune system, mood, and energy usage.

Health Anxiety

A condition characterized by excessive worry about having a serious illness, despite medical reassurance.