Instead of working on approaching a feared situation like flying, a client observes another individual getting on the plane, taking off, and arriving safely at their destination. This method for overcoming fear responses is called
A)imitating.
B)desensitizing.
C)modeling.
D)flooding.

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Modeling is a therapy technique where the client observes another person's behavior that addresses their phobia or fear. The observed behavior can be effective in reassuring them, building their confidence and serving as a model for future behavior. In this case, the client observes an individual getting on the plane, taking off, and arriving safely at their destination, which can help them overcome their fear of flying. Desensitizing uses gradual exposure to the feared situation until it becomes less threatening, flooding puts the patient into a situation that causes fear without a chance to escape, and imitating is copying the behavior of someone else without them being aware that they are being copied. Among these options, modeling best describes the technique the client is using.

Instead of Working on Approaching a Feared Situation Like Flying