behavioural characteristics of phobias Flashcards

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what is a ttrait of a behavioiural characteristic in response to a phobic stimulus?

A

avoidance

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how might the characteer trait of avoidance when faced with a phobic stimulus affectg the individual?

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end up interfering with day-to-day life

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what is another characterisitc shown when faced with a phobic stimuli- which involves crying, screaming?

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panic

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what might happen if an individual is unable to avoid the stimuli?

A

show endurance

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how would an individual show endurance when having to facer the phobic stimuli as they are unable to avoid it?

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freeze
may remain in the presence of their phobic stimuli

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what is an example of endurance when faced with a phobic stimuli?

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remain in a works meeting

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