AP PSYCHOLOGY

ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR

INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGICAL DISORDERS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Psychological disorders that can be overcome with techniques such as counterconditioning are most likely to be treated with
A
Psychosurgery.
B
Psychotherapy.
C
Client-centered therapy.
D
Psychoanalysis.
E
Unconditional Positive Regard
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The principles of counterconditioning have been effectively utilized through systematic desensitization therapy to treat disorders characterized by negative valence, such as Specific Phobias and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (Tryon, 2005).

Detailed explanation-2: -Two counterconditioning techniques are aversive conditioning and exposure therapy. Aversive conditioning uses an unpleasant stimulus to stop an undesirable behavior.

Detailed explanation-3: -Psychological treatment is sometimes called ‘psychotherapy’ or ‘talking therapy’. It involves talking about your thoughts with a professional to: better understand your own thinking and behaviour. understand and resolve your problems. recognise symptoms of mental illness in yourself.

Detailed explanation-4: -Exposure Therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy have been successfully used to reduce the triggers and fears associated with flying.

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