A technique for treating phobias and other stress disorders in which the person is suddenly exposed to the fear-provoking situation or object in an intense way and is prevented from making the usual avoidance or escape response is called __________

a) systematic desensitization.
b) flooding.
c) paradoxical intent.
d) aversive therapy.


b

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Psychology

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Psychology