Understanding Phobia Treatments

What is the primary principle behind Systematic Desensitisation (SD)?

• Classical conditioning

• Operant conditioning

• Cognitive restructuring

• Observational learning

Which of the following is NOT a step in the Systematic Desensitisation process?

• Exposure

• Relaxation

• Immediate intense exposure

• Creating an anxiety hierarchy

What is reciprocal inhibition in the context of Systematic Desensitisation?

• The client's inhibition to discuss their phobia

• A situation where two phobias cancel each other out

• Replacing a phobic response with a relaxation response

• A technique where the therapist mimics the client's behavior

How does flooding differ from Systematic Desensitisation?

• It is a cognitive therapy, not a behavioral therapy

• It only uses relaxation techniques without exposure

• It involves immediate and intense exposure to the phobic stimulus

• It uses gradual exposure to the phobic stimulus

What is the main ethical consideration with flooding?

• It can be done without the client's consent

• Clients must give fully informed consent

• It is less effective than SD

• It requires multiple sessions to be effective

According to research, what is a strength of Systematic Desensitisation?

• It requires no involvement from a therapist

• It is suitable for treating all types of phobias without exception

• It has a strong evidence base for its effectiveness

• It is less cost-effective than other therapies

Why is Systematic Desensitisation considered appropriate for people with learning difficulties?

• It does not require the client to understand complex instructions

• It is faster than other therapies

• Clients with learning difficulties prefer it over medication

• It does not involve any form of exposure

What is a limitation of flooding mentioned in the text?

• It can be a traumatic experience

• It is less stressful than SD

• It cannot be used for treating arachnophobia

• It is highly cost-effective

What is symptom substitution in the context of behavioral therapies for phobias?

• A method of substituting one therapy for another

• A situation where treating one phobia causes another to develop

• A technique used to replace symptoms with more manageable ones

• The replacement of professional therapy with self-help strategies

What advantage does using virtual reality (VR) offer in Systematic Desensitisation?

• It is less expensive than traditional SD methods

• It completely replaces the need for a therapist

• It allows exposure to dangerous situations in a safe manner

• It is more effective for social phobias due to its realism