Harry attempts to eliminate his attraction to his former partner by imagining her covered in vomit. This exercise is an example of _____.
A) counterconditioning
B) in vivo flooding
C) systematic sensitization
D) covert sensitization

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Covert sensitization is a behavioral therapy technique where an individual is asked to imagine an unpleasant scenario to reduce an unwanted behavior or response, such as an attraction. In this case, Harry imagining his former partner covered in vomit to reduce his attraction is an example of covert sensitization.

Harry Attempts to Eliminate His Attraction to His Former Partner