The behavioural approach to treating phobias 0.0 / 5 ? PsychologyPhobic disordersASAQA Created by: JemmaVenessCreated on: 17-04-16 08:13 What are the two therapies most well known for this? Flooding, systematic disensitisation 1 of 9 What is flooding? Form of behavioural therapy where you are used to treat phobias, and when you are exposed to a threatening situation under relaxed conditions 2 of 9 How can flooding be used in practice? One long session with the feared stimulus. Either in reality or virtual reality, must include relaxation techniques 3 of 9 What is systematic desensitisation? When you are gradually exposed to the feared stimulus 4 of 9 What is counter-conditioning? This is when the phobic stimulus is associated with a new response, e.g relaxation instead of fear 5 of 9 How does relaxation help in systematic desensitisation? Deep breathing, focus on a peaceful scene in your mind, and have progressive muscle relaxation throughout. 6 of 9 What is the desensitisation hierarchy? Gradually exposing people from least to most fearful things, with relaxation practiced at each step 7 of 9 EVALUATION: Effectiveness of flooding It is better/quicker than systematic desensitisation. Lots of research show this 8 of 9 EVALUATION: Systematic desensitisation is not appropriate for all phobias Not appropriate for phobias with underlying isues, and is possibly only appropriate with people who had a personal experience to lead to the phobia. 9 of 9
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