If an individual was terrified of grasshoppers, and they were instructed to step into a room with hundreds of the insects fluttering about in order to overcome their fear, this would be described as ________.
A) flooding
B) systematic desensitization
C) aversive conditioning
D) paradoxical intent

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Flooding is a therapeutic technique that involves exposing an individual to their fear or phobia in a sudden and intense manner, without any gradual buildup or coping mechanisms. The goal is to enable the individual to confront and overcome their fear through prolonged exposure. In this scenario, the individual is instructed to step into a room with hundreds of grasshoppers to confront their fear, which aligns with the principles of flooding.

If an Individual Was Terrified of Grasshoppers, and They Were