Savedra And Silverman

Question 1

What is the main focus of the study by Savedra and Silverman?

Answer 1

The study focuses on button phobia.

Question 2

True or False: Button phobia is a common specific phobia.

Answer 2

True.

Question 3

What psychological concept is explored in relation to button phobia?

Answer 3

The psychology behind fear and phobias.

Question 4

What was the aim of the study conducted by Savedra and Silverman?

Answer 4

To investigate the characteristics and treatment of button phobia.

Question 5

Fill in the blank: The procedure involved _____ to assess button phobia.

Answer 5

a series of psychological tests and assessments.

Question 6

What method did Savedra and Silverman use to treat button phobia?

Answer 6

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).

Question 7

Multiple Choice: What was one of the key results of the study? A) Increased button usage, B) Decreased anxiety, C) No change.

Answer 7

B) Decreased anxiety.

Question 8

What conclusion did Savedra and Silverman reach regarding button phobia treatment?

Answer 8

Cognitive-behavioral therapy is effective in reducing symptoms of button phobia.

Question 9

True or False: The study found that button phobia is only present in children.

Answer 9

False.

Question 10

What is a common symptom of button phobia?

Answer 10

Intense fear or anxiety when seeing buttons.

Question 11

What type of research design was used in the study?

Answer 11

A case study design.

Question 12

Fill in the blank: The evaluation of the study included _____ of the treatment’s effectiveness.

Answer 12

follow-up assessments.

Question 13

What population was primarily studied for button phobia in this research?

Answer 13

Individuals with diagnosed specific phobias.

Question 14

Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a part of the procedure? A) Exposure therapy, B) Medication, C) Behavioral assessments.

Answer 14

B) Medication.

Question 15

What psychological principle underlies the treatment methods used in the study?

Answer 15

Desensitization and cognitive restructuring.

Question 16

True or False: The study concluded that button phobia is unmanageable.

Answer 16

False.

Question 17

What role does exposure play in treating button phobia?

Answer 17

It helps individuals gradually face their fear.

Question 18

What is the significance of follow-up assessments in the study?

Answer 18

To evaluate the long-term effectiveness of the treatment.

Question 19

Fill in the blank: The researchers aimed to provide _____ for individuals suffering from button phobia.

Answer 19

effective treatment options.

Question 20

What were participants asked to do during the procedure?

Answer 20

Engage in activities involving buttons.

Question 21

Multiple Choice: What is a common treatment outcome for phobias? A) Increased fear, B) Decreased avoidance, C) No change.

Answer 21

B) Decreased avoidance.

Question 22

What type of therapy focuses on changing negative thought patterns?

Answer 22

Cognitive therapy.

Question 23

True or False: The study’s findings can be generalized to all specific phobias.

Answer 23

False.

Question 24

What is a key characteristic of phobias as discussed in the study?

Answer 24

An irrational and excessive fear of a specific object or situation.

Question 25

Fill in the blank: The researchers noted that button phobia often leads to _____ behavior.

Answer 25

avoidant.

Question 26

What is one limitation of the study mentioned?

Answer 26

The small sample size.

Question 27

Multiple Choice: Which factor is NOT considered in the evaluation of treatment effectiveness? A) Patient feedback, B) Duration of phobia, C) Time of day treatment was given.

Answer 27

C) Time of day treatment was given.

Question 28

What psychological technique was highlighted as particularly effective in the study?

Answer 28

Gradual exposure.

Question 29

True or False: The study recommends immediate exposure to buttons for treatment.

Answer 29

False.

Question 30

What is the goal of cognitive-behavioral therapy in treating phobias?

Answer 30

To change the thought patterns that contribute to fear.

Question 31

Fill in the blank: The study concluded that understanding the _____ of button phobia can aid in treatment.

Answer 31

psychological mechanisms.

Question 32

What was the sample size of the study?

Answer 32

The study involved a small number of participants.

Question 33

Multiple Choice: What emotional response is commonly associated with button phobia? A) Excitement, B) Joy, C) Anxiety.

Answer 33

C) Anxiety.

Question 34

What did the researchers emphasize about individual differences in phobia treatment?

Answer 34

Treatment should be tailored to each individual's needs.

Question 35

True or False: The results of the study indicated a complete eradication of button phobia in all participants.

Answer 35

False.

Question 36

What is a common coping strategy recommended for individuals with phobias?

Answer 36

Deep breathing and relaxation techniques.

Question 37

Fill in the blank: The study suggests that phobias can be _____ with appropriate treatment.

Answer 37

managed.

Question 38

What is the primary emotion associated with phobias like button phobia?

Answer 38

Fear.

Question 39

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a potential trigger for button phobia? A) A button, B) A thread, C) A needle.

Answer 39

A) A button.

Question 40

What is the importance of understanding the origins of phobias in treatment?

Answer 40

It helps in developing effective therapeutic interventions.

Question 41

Aim of savedra silverman?

Answer 41

Examine the role of evaluative learning and classical conditioning in button phobia

Question 42

Rate of 8?

Answer 42

Small coloured buttons

Question 43

Rate of 2

Answer 43

Large clear jean buttons

Question 44

Disgust fear hierarchy?

Answer 44

9 point scale 0-8 11 scenarios,types of buttons asked to rank 0-lowest distress score 8-highest stress score

Question 45

Boy’s distress rating after the first three sessions in response to imagining a lot of buttons on him?

Answer 45

Between sessions 1 and 2 level of distress dropped Between sessions 2 and 3 level of distress dropped As advancing level of distress drops

Question 46

Psychology being investigated?

Answer 46

Classical conditionung-fear based,evaluative learning-disgust based A person percieves a neutral object as something negative by associating it with a negative even from their lives ,associating it with a scary stimulus Classical conditioning isn’t the same as evaluative learning because it needs for you to be cognitively active thinking about disgust and consequences rather than being a passive organism

Question 47

How can results from savedra and silverman can help understand how to treat other phobias

Answer 47

The boy revealed that during an art class at kindergarten,as he tried to rech for the bowl of buttons,his hand slipped and all fell on him.This could show to therapists they should first look out for the event that has triggered/initiated the phobia After just 4 sessions his mother started joining the therapy sessions and offering as primary reinforcement praises,in order to motivate the child to keep going.This could show to therapists that a parent during therapy sessions could increase the effectiveness and speed of therapy session positive results

Question 48

Why are the findings of Savedra and silverman subjective

Answer 48

Feelings or emotions from a viewpoint of the individual The boy rates his fear by himself He had an experience in classroom,that he felt it affected him The mother may have exaggerated the severity of child’s symptoms

Question 49

Behavioural exposure procedure?

Answer 49

It was based on contingency management The mother would provide positive reinforcement The therapy sessions with just the boy lasted 30 minutes 20 minutes with the boy and his mother A hierarchy of fear and disgust with buttons will be constructed A feeling thermometer would be used