Key Questions Flashcards
What is the key question for learning psychology
Should airline companies offer treatment to passengers with a fear of flying
What is the structure for the learning key question
Outline - why is it an issue
Explain - what can airlines offer? (SD)
Explain - what can airlines offer? (FLOODING)
Why is it an issue to society
1 in 6 people are afraid of flying
Following 9/11 terrorist attack average passenger miles fell by 12-20%, it is estimated this led to 1595 more Americans dieing in car accidents the year after
Negative economic impact as the world becomes more global
Negative social impact in family/friends live abroad
Explain - what can airlines offer (SD)
Systematic Desensitisation
Process
E.g. Capafons showed credible and effective
However less practical and more expensive
Explain - what can airlines offer? (Flooding)
Flooding
Reciprocal inhibition
Exposed immediately continuously in an environment where they cannot escape
E.g. Mott
However, flooding more unethical
As SD is with patient
Flooding is more too patient