systematic desensitisation

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    • What therapy from the behaviorist approach is discussed in the video?
      Systematic desensitization
    • What is the primary aim of systematic desensitization?
      To reduce anxiety or fear response of the phobic stumuli
    • What types of phobias can systematic desensitization help with?
      Spiders, heights, or flying
    • What are the three main components of systematic desensitization?
      • Relaxation techniques
      • Construction of an anxiety hierarchy
      • Exposure to the phobic stimulus
    • What is the first step in systematic desensitization?
      Teaching the client relaxation techniques
    • What is reciprocal inhibition in the context of relaxation techniques?
      You can't be both anxious and relaxed simultaneously
    • What are some examples of relaxation techniques?
      imagery, progressive muscle relaxation
    • What does the anxiety hierarchy represent?
      A list ordered from least to most anxiety provoking
    • If someone fears dogs, what might be the first step in their anxiety hierarchy?
      Looking at a picture of a dog
    • What are the two types of exposure in systematic desensitization?
      In vivo and in vitro
    • What does in vivo exposure mean?
      Real life exposure to the phobic stimulus
    • What does in vitro exposure involve?
      Imagining the scenario instead of physical exposure
    • How is success measured in systematic desensitization?
      By the ability to face the phobic stimulus calmly
    • What indicates that systematic desensitization therapy has been successful?
      Remaining calm at the highest level of exposure
    • How might systematic desensitization work for someone afraid of heights?
      1. Learn relaxation techniques (e.g., deep breathing)
      2. Build an anxiety hierarchy (e.g., step stool to balcony)
      3. Gradually face each situation while remaining calm
    • which process do the they work through the anxiety hierarchy
      gradual exposure: at the pace of the client