While in treatment for panic disorder, Leroy is asked to engage in behaviors that activate the sympathetic nervous system. In other words, Leroy is engaging in behaviors that produce the physical sensation of fear. What type of treatment does this appear to be?
A) Exteroceptive exposure
B) Interoceptive exposure
C) Anxiety sensitivity training
D) Cognitive reconditioning

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Interoceptive exposure involves engaging in behaviors that produce physical sensations of anxiety or panic to help individuals become desensitized to these sensations and reduce the fear associated with them. This type of exposure is typically used in the treatment of panic disorder, which involves intense physical symptoms such as sweating, heart palpitations, and shortness of breath. Exteroceptive exposure involves exposure to feared stimuli or situations that are external, whereas anxiety sensitivity training involves educating individuals about the nature of anxiety and its physical symptoms. Cognitive reconditioning involves identifying and challenging the negative thoughts and beliefs that contribute to anxiety.

While in Treatment for Panic Disorder, Leroy Is Asked to Engage