Roberto has been diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder and is about to begin treatment. What type of treatment will probably be most effective for Roberto?
A. a combination of exposure and response prevention
B. a combination of flooding and breathing retraining
C. a combination of breathing techniques and thought suppression
D. a combination of exposure and progressive muscle relaxation
Ans: A. a combination of exposure and response prevention
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