In treating Peter's fear of rabbits, Jones used a procedure called__________.
A) systemic fear reduction
B) pseudoconditioning
C) counterconditioning
D) restitution therapy

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Counterconditioning is a type of therapy used to replace an unwanted response (in this case, fear of rabbits) with a more desired response. It involves pairing the feared stimulus with a positive experience, such as giving Peter a treat while being in the presence of rabbits, to help reduce or eliminate the fear. Systemic fear reduction and restitution therapy are not well-defined procedures, and pseudoconditioning is not an established therapy technique.

In Treating Peter's Fear of Rabbits, Jones Used a Procedure