Behavioural app to treating phobias

Question 1

Systematic desensitization

Answer 1

Unlearn maladaptive response to the stimulus by producing another response (relaxation or humor)
- Counterconditioning
- Reciprocal inhibition (unable to be relaxed and anxious simultaneously)
- Procedure: Anxiety hierarchy, relaxation techniques, gradual exposure (in vitro(images)/ in vivo(full exposure))

Question 2

Flooding

Answer 2

1. Immediate exposure
2. Prevented from avoiding
3. PPt becomes exhausted
4. Classical conditioning- learn stimulus is harmless
5. Calming association learnt