Drake has a fear of dogs.As part of his therapy, Drake must first observe his therapist petting a dog and then, when instructed, must do the same.Which behavioral treatment is most likely being used in this situation?

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Modeling involves observing and imitating the behavior of others, in this case, Drake is observing his therapist petting a dog and then imitating the behavior. Systematic desensitization and flooding are forms of exposure therapy, but they involve gradually exposing the individual to the feared object or situation, which is not the case in this scenario. The applied tension technique is a relaxation technique used to reduce symptoms of anxiety, but it is not being used in this situation.

Drake Has a Fear of Dogs