Frank is seeing a therapist for his spider phobia.The therapist first teaches him muscle relaxation and then they develop a stimulus hierarchy.Frank is seeing a therapist who uses

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The therapist is using systematic desensitization, as they are teaching Frank relaxation techniques and creating a stimulus hierarchy (a list of anxiety-inducing spider-related situations that Frank will gradually be exposed to while remaining relaxed). Flooding involves immediate exposure to the most anxiety-inducing situation, without any relaxation training. Psychoanalysis focuses on exploring unconscious conflicts, and social skills training involves teaching specific interpersonal skills.

Frank Is Seeing a Therapist for His Spider Phobia