Which of the following statements is true about systematic desensitization therapy?
A)It requires the client to first develop a hierarchy of feared stimuli and then learn appropriate responses to each of these stimuli, starting with the most feared stimulus.
B)It is an immediate and direct method for extinguishing anxiety responses to stimuli and maladaptive behavior.
C)It generally produces better results when the client is asked to experience the stimuli directly, that is, using the in vivo exposure method.
D)It is often combined with operant conditioning to develop a conditioned avoidance response.

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Systematic desensitization is more effective when the client experiences the stimuli directly through in vivo exposure, as it allows for real-life practice in managing anxiety responses.

Which of the Following Statements Is True About Systematic Desensitization