When a behavioral therapist creates a situation for a client in which aversive elements are woven into a story involving a desired object, it is known as:
A) mini-phobia.
B) negative reinforcement.
C) covert sensitization.
D) systematic desensitization.

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Covert sensitization is a behavioral therapy technique where aversive elements are introduced in a story or imagery involving an undesired behavior or object, with the aim of creating a negative association. This helps in reducing or eliminating the undesired behavior.

When a Behavioral Therapist Creates a Situation for a Client