After 14 weeks of exposure to public speaking, John's public-speaking anxiety has subsided. His therapist should tell him that
A) habituation is relatively permanent and he will need no further help.
B) habituation is stimulus specific, so that as long as he continues speaking to similar audiences he will need no further help.
C) habituation fades with time; the anxiety can spontaneously recover and he may need more treatments.
D) he can reduce his anxiety further by preparing more talks that reinforce his calmness.

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Habituation can fade over time, meaning the anxiety John experienced could return. Continuous practice or treatment may be necessary to maintain the reduced level of anxiety.

After 14 Weeks of Exposure to Public Speaking, John's Public-Speaking