Alison has claustrophobia that interferes significantly with her daily life.When she presents for treatment,the behavioral clinician spends an early session placing her in various highly controlled situations involving different levels of enclosure (e.g.,a small room,an elevator,a closet)and collects data on Alison's behavior,her emotional responses,and physiological indices like electrodermal activity.What is the term for this type of assessment?

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The described assessment method is a controlled performance technique, where the behavioral clinician actively controls and manipulates the environment to observe the individual's behavior and reactions. The other options do not accurately reflect the described assessment method. Naturalistic observation involves observing an individual in their natural environment, ecological momentary assessment involves collecting data on an individual's experiences and behavior in real-time and in their natural environment, and behavioral analysis involves breaking down complex behaviors into smaller, measurable components.

Alison Has Claustrophobia That Interferes Significantly with Her Daily Life