Attempting to control a habit by associating it with something disturbing in one's imagination is a behavior technique called

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Covert sensitization is a behavior technique in which an individual associates a negative and aversive image or thought with a habitual behavior in order to reduce or eliminate that behavior. This technique is often used in the treatment of addictive behaviors or compulsive habits. Covert association and negative association are not specific behavior techniques, whereas negative reinforcement involves increasing a behavior by removing an aversive stimulus.

Attempting to Control a Habit by Associating It with Something