Savedra And Silverman Flashcards
What is the main focus of the study by Savedra and Silverman?
The study focuses on button phobia.
True or False: Button phobia is a common specific phobia.
True.
What psychological concept is explored in relation to button phobia?
The psychology behind fear and phobias.
What was the aim of the study conducted by Savedra and Silverman?
To investigate the characteristics and treatment of button phobia.
Fill in the blank: The procedure involved _____ to assess button phobia.
a series of psychological tests and assessments.
What method did Savedra and Silverman use to treat button phobia?
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).
Multiple Choice: What was one of the key results of the study? A) Increased button usage, B) Decreased anxiety, C) No change.
B) Decreased anxiety.
What conclusion did Savedra and Silverman reach regarding button phobia treatment?
Cognitive-behavioral therapy is effective in reducing symptoms of button phobia.
True or False: The study found that button phobia is only present in children.
False.
What is a common symptom of button phobia?
Intense fear or anxiety when seeing buttons.
What type of research design was used in the study?
A case study design.
Fill in the blank: The evaluation of the study included _____ of the treatment’s effectiveness.
follow-up assessments.
What population was primarily studied for button phobia in this research?
Individuals with diagnosed specific phobias.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a part of the procedure? A) Exposure therapy, B) Medication, C) Behavioral assessments.
B) Medication.
What psychological principle underlies the treatment methods used in the study?
Desensitization and cognitive restructuring.
True or False: The study concluded that button phobia is unmanageable.
False.
What role does exposure play in treating button phobia?
It helps individuals gradually face their fear.
What is the significance of follow-up assessments in the study?
To evaluate the long-term effectiveness of the treatment.
Fill in the blank: The researchers aimed to provide _____ for individuals suffering from button phobia.
effective treatment options.
What were participants asked to do during the procedure?
Engage in activities involving buttons.
Multiple Choice: What is a common treatment outcome for phobias? A) Increased fear, B) Decreased avoidance, C) No change.
B) Decreased avoidance.
What type of therapy focuses on changing negative thought patterns?
Cognitive therapy.
True or False: The study’s findings can be generalized to all specific phobias.
False.
What is a key characteristic of phobias as discussed in the study?
An irrational and excessive fear of a specific object or situation.
Fill in the blank: The researchers noted that button phobia often leads to _____ behavior.
avoidant.
What is one limitation of the study mentioned?
The small sample size.
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.
C) Time of day treatment was given.
What psychological technique was highlighted as particularly effective in the study?
Gradual exposure.
True or False: The study recommends immediate exposure to buttons for treatment.
False.
What is the goal of cognitive-behavioral therapy in treating phobias?
To change the thought patterns that contribute to fear.
Fill in the blank: The study concluded that understanding the _____ of button phobia can aid in treatment.
psychological mechanisms.
What was the sample size of the study?
The study involved a small number of participants.
Multiple Choice: What emotional response is commonly associated with button phobia? A) Excitement, B) Joy, C) Anxiety.
C) Anxiety.
What did the researchers emphasize about individual differences in phobia treatment?
Treatment should be tailored to each individual’s needs.
True or False: The results of the study indicated a complete eradication of button phobia in all participants.
False.
What is a common coping strategy recommended for individuals with phobias?
Deep breathing and relaxation techniques.
Fill in the blank: The study suggests that phobias can be _____ with appropriate treatment.
managed.
What is the primary emotion associated with phobias like button phobia?
Fear.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a potential trigger for button phobia? A) A button, B) A thread, C) A needle.
A) A button.
What is the importance of understanding the origins of phobias in treatment?
It helps in developing effective therapeutic interventions.
Aim of savedra silverman?
Examine the role of evaluative learning and classical conditioning in button phobia
Rate of 8?
Small coloured buttons
Rate of 2
Large clear jean buttons
Disgust fear hierarchy?
9 point scale 0-8
11 scenarios,types of buttons asked to rank
0-lowest distress score
8-highest stress score
Boy’s distress rating after the first three sessions in response to imagining a lot of buttons on him?
Between sessions 1 and 2 level of distress dropped
Between sessions 2 and 3 level of distress dropped
As advancing level of distress drops
Psychology being investigated?
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
How can results from savedra and silverman can help understand how to treat other phobias
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
Why are the findings of Savedra and silverman subjective
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
Behavioural exposure procedure?
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
