Question 5 - In Vivo Exposure

Question 1

Steps of exposure

Answer 1

• rationale
• chose from hierarchy and discuss specifics (3-4 SUDS rating)
• rehearse exposure
• anticipatory SUDs
• introduces feared stimulus
• remove stimulus
• assess max SUDS and end SUDs
• reinforce learning
• repeat 2-3 times and reinforce learning
• assign as homework

Question 2

Prep for homework

Answer 2

• collaboratively chose with client
• check anticipatory SUDS
• rehearse
• give steps/handouts
• explore potential barriers
• check that they’ve done it
• reinforce learning