Covert sensitisation

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What is covert sensitisation? 
An unwanted behaviour is eliminated by associating it with an unpleasant thought
What did Kraft and Kraft (2005) find the effectiveness of covert sensitisation to be? 
Effective in 90% of cases
Reduces cravings in as little as 4 sessions
What did McConaghy find? 
Those who undertook covert sensitisation were more likely to have reduced gambling behaviours
What is an issue with covert sensitisation? 
Do not take into account psychological factors
Why is covert sensitisation ethically better than aversion therapy?
No physical harm occurs