Overcoming Fear of Spiders

Researchers at Northwestern University found that fear of spiders can be reduced after just one therapy session. Initially, viewing spider images activated fear regions in the brain. However, after learning facts about tarantulas and being encouraged to approach them, participants were able to touch or hold spiders with their bare hands.

What is the main focus of the therapy session discussed in the video?

• Overcoming fear of water

• Overcoming fear of flying

• Overcoming fear of spiders

• Overcoming fear of heights

According to researchers at Northwestern University, what triggers the fear region of the brain?

• Seeing pictures of spiders

• Smelling spider habitats

• Hearing spider sounds

• Touching spider webs

What method did researchers use to help participants overcome their fear of spiders?

• Virtual reality exposure

• Providing facts and encouragement

• Medication

• Hypnosis

What was the outcome for participants after the therapy session?

• They ignored the presence of spiders

• They became more afraid of spiders

• They were able to pet or hold spiders

• They avoided spiders completely

What type of spider were participants encouraged to approach?

• Jumping spider

• Wolf spider

• Tarantula

• Black widow