Precipitation By Classical Conditioning: Psychological Factors Contributing To Phobia Flashcards
1
Q
What are phobias developed (precipitated) through
A
Classical conditioning
2
Q
What is the unconditioned stimulus (UCS)?
A
Event that would naturally induce fear
3
Q
What is the natural fear (UCS) associated with?
A
A neutral stimulus (NS)
4
Q
How long is the natural fear (UCS) associated with the neutral stimulus for (NS)?
A
Until the neutral stimulus(NS) becomes a phobic stimulus (CS)
5
Q
What does the phobic stimulus (CS) come to be associated with?
A
Conditioned fear response (CR)
