Understanding Phobia Treatment Techniques

What is Sam trying to overcome with the help of his therapist?

• Fear of heights

• Fear of flying

• Fear of water

• Fear of spiders

What is the purpose of attending a support group according to Sam's therapist?

• To learn about different phobias

• To find new friends

• To discuss feelings and rationalize them

• To avoid facing fears

How does the desensitization technique work?

• By reading about spiders

• By watching videos of spiders

• By avoiding spiders completely

• By gradually increasing exposure to spiders

What is the main idea behind the flooding technique?

• Gradual exposure to spiders

• Avoiding spiders at all costs

• Full exposure to spiders at once

• Talking about spiders in therapy

Which technique involves putting a hand into a tank full of spiders?

• Support group

• Desensitization

• Flooding

• Cognitive therapy