Of the Following Years, in Which Was the U

question 70

Multiple Choice

Of the following years, in which was the U.S. unemployment rate the highest?

• A) 1960
• B) 1982
• C) 1990
• D) 2015

Understand the historical development and foundational theories of behavior therapy, including key figures such as Ivan Pavlov, Joseph Wolpe, and B.F. Skinner.

Understand the fundamental principles and approaches of cognitive therapy.

Recognize the applications and effectiveness of behavior modification techniques.

Identify methods for encouraging desirable behaviors in unique populations, such as those with intellectual disabilities or ASD.

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Definitions:

Fear Hierarchy

A ranked list of fears or phobias, typically used in exposure therapy, starting from least to most frightening scenarios for an individual.

Relaxation

The state of being free from tension and anxiety, often achieved through practices like meditation, deep breathing, or leisure activities.

Counterconditioning

A behavior therapy technique involving the conditioning of a desired response that is incompatible with an unwanted behavior.

Systematic Desensitization

A therapy technique used to reduce phobic responses and anxiety by gradual exposure to the feared object or situation while using relaxation methods.