In an effort to quit drinking, Todd is instructed to imagine experiencing nausea whenever he has the urge to drink, or when he envisions himself picking up a drink. This is an illustration of:
A)Relaxation training
B)Aversive conditioning
C)Assertiveness training
D)Exposure

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This is an example of aversive conditioning, where an individual is taught to associate an unpleasant or aversive response (in this case, nausea) with a behavior or stimulus (drinking). The goal is to decrease the likelihood of the behavior occurring in the future.

In an Effort to Quit Drinking, Todd Is Instructed to Imagine