Pedro is afraid of crossing bridges.A psychologist helps Pedro by first letting him look at bridges and then having him imagine himself standing near a bridge while being in a safe,relaxing environment.Next,the psychologist has Pedro watch a video of a man crossing a bridge in a car and then has him imagine himself crossing that bridge.Eventually,Pedro is able to stay relaxed while he drives over a bridge.This process is called ____.

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The process described in the scenario is an example of systematic desensitization therapy, which involves gradually exposing a person to a feared object or situation in a safe and controlled manner, in order to reduce their anxiety or phobia. The psychologist helps Pedro to overcome his fear of bridges by first allowing him to look at them, then imagine himself near them, and eventually watching a video of someone crossing a bridge before attempting it himself. This gradual approach allows Pedro to confront and overcome his fear in a supportive environment.

Pedro Is Afraid of Crossing Bridges