A person who is afraid of snakes is taken to a zoo by his therapist and made to sit in a room with dozens of snakes. This is an example of
A)gestalt therapy.
B)flooding.
C)aversive conditioning.
D)cognitive restructuring.

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This is an example of flooding, a type of exposure therapy where an individual is exposed to their phobia in a controlled environment. The aim is to help the person face their fear directly and learn to manage their anxiety.

A Person Who Is Afraid of Snakes Is Taken to a Zoo