Lamont's therapist helps him construct a list of fear-producing situations involving heights.His therapist then teaches Lamont exercises that produce deep relaxation.Once Lamont is relaxed,he attempts the first time on the list,which is "standing on a chair." The first item is repeated until Lamont feels no anxiety.He then proceeds to the second item "climbing a small stepladder." During the next six weeks,this procedure continues until Lamont performs the last item of "flying in an airplane." Lamont and his therapist are using

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Lamont and his therapist are using systematic desensitization. This involves creating a hierarchy of fear-producing situations and gradually exposing the individual to each item on the list while they are in a relaxed state. The goal is to eventually extinguish the anxiety response to each item, leading to an overall reduction in fear and anxiety related to the specific phobia.

Lamont's Therapist Helps Him Construct a List of Fear-Producing Situations