Iram Is Afraid of Snakes

question 5

Multiple Choice

Iram 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. Iram is not permitted to leave the room until the therapy session is completed. Iram's therapist is using __________

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

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