Phobic responses tend to be acquired through __________ and ____________ maintained through .

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Phobic responses are commonly acquired through classical conditioning, where a neutral stimulus (such as a spider) becomes associated with a negative response (such as fear) through repeated pairings with an unconditioned stimulus (such as a painful bite). Once the phobia is established, it can be maintained through operant conditioning, where avoiding the feared stimulus is negatively reinforced by the reduction of anxiety.

Phobic Responses Tend to Be Acquired Through __________ and ____________

Phobic Responses Tend to Be Acquired Through and __