A technique that aims to eliminate a fear through full-intensity exposure to a feared stimulus for a prolonged period of time is ________.
A) flooding
B) systematic desensitization
C) paradoxical intent
D) aversive conditioning

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The technique that aims to eliminate a fear through full-intensity exposure to a feared stimulus for a prolonged period of time is called flooding. Systematic desensitization involves gradual exposure to the feared stimulus and paradoxical intent involves encouraging the client to engage in the behavior they are afraid of to confront and overcome it. Aversive conditioning involves pairing an unpleasant stimulus with a behavior to decrease the frequency of that behavior.

A Technique That Aims to Eliminate a Fear Through Full-Intensity