A therapist suggests that Mr. B. continues to bit his fingernails because this behavior often reduced his feeling of anxiety in the past. The therapists suggestion most clearly reflects a ..... perspective.

ANXIETY DISORDERS

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A therapist suggests that Mr. B. continues to bit his fingernails because this behavior often reduced his feeling of anxiety in the past. The therapist’s suggestion most clearly reflects a ____ perspective.

A	learning
B	biological
C	humanistic
D	cognitive

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -obsessive-compulsive disorder. A therapist suggests that Mr. Broshi continues to bite his fingernails because this behavior often reduced his feelings of anxiety in the past.

Detailed explanation-2: -Cindy suggested that her nail biting might be a symptom of unconscious resentment toward her parents.

Detailed explanation-3: -Exposure therapy is a psychological treatment that was developed to help people confront their fears. When people are fearful of something, they tend to avoid the feared objects, activities or situations.

Detailed explanation-4: -Exposure therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy are the most effective treatments. Exposure therapy focuses on changing your response to the object or situation that you fear.

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AP PSYCHOLOGY

ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR

ANXIETY DISORDERS