Melanie,who is obese,attends a weight reduction program.As part of the 10-week program,Melanie's favorite food items are paired with bad smells.After the completion of the program,Melanie starts eating small portions of food and gradually loses weight in the following months.Which of the following treatment techniques is exemplified in this scenario?

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The treatment technique exemplified in this scenario is aversive conditioning, where Melanie's favorite food items are paired with bad smells to create a negative association with eating those foods. This can help to reduce her desire to eat those foods and aid in weight reduction.

Melanie,who Is Obese,attends a Weight Reduction Program