In Vitro or In Vivo? Flashcards
1
Q
What is In vivo desensitisation?
A
when the client has to relax while directly experiencing the feared stimuli; for example, they have to relax while a real dog is in the room
2
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What is In Vitro desensitisation?
A
when the client has to visualise the feared stimuli; for example by imagining that a dog is in the room.
3
Q
Which desensitisation is found to be most effective?
A
Research has found that in vivo techniques are more successful than in vitro (Menzies and Clarke 1993). However, there may be practical reasons why in vitro may be used.
