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  • what is fear- why does it occur?
    • one of the 6 universal emotions that have developed via evolution (nature) or environmental factors (nurture). Fear serves as a protective purpose
  • what classifies as a phobia?
    • fear of an object has to be persistent and affects persons functioning in everyday life
    • exposure to phobic stimulus causes immediate anxiety response
    • object is excessively avoided
    • must be present for 6 months
  • how are phobias treated?
    • systematic desensitisaion and flooding therapy.
    • propose theory from CC that fear would need to be learned (nature) so it can be unlearnt by breaking association of stimulus pairing