Explaining phobias

• What are phobias aqquired through

  Classical conditioning
• How are phobias maintained

  Operant conditioning
• What types of reinforcement can maintain phobias


  Positive or negative reinforcement
• What is positive reinforcement


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• What is negative reinforcement


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• What is an example of negative reinforcement in the content of phobias


  Avoiding the phobic stimuli because it reduces fear
• What is an example of positive reinforcement related to phobia


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