Snyder is in therapy with a health psychologist for relief from panic attacks. The psychologist uses a technique in which Snyder is asked to imagine a peaceful pastoral scene and then concentrate on that scene during any anxiety-provoking situation. From this description it appears that Snyder's psychologist is using
A) hypnosis.
B) progressive muscle relaxation.
C) meditative relaxation.
D) guided imagery.

Question

​Snyder is in therapy with a health psychologist for relief from panic attacks. The psychologist uses a technique in which Snyder is asked to imagine a peaceful pastoral scene and then concentrate on that scene during any anxiety-provoking situation. From this description it appears that Snyder's psychologist is using
A) ​hypnosis.
B) ​progressive muscle relaxation.
C) ​meditative relaxation.
D) ​guided imagery.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The technique used by Snyder's psychologist is called guided imagery, where the patient is guided to imagine a peaceful scene to concentrate on during anxiety-provoking situations. This technique helps in reducing anxiety and promoting relaxation.

​Snyder Is in Therapy with a Health Psychologist for Relief

Snyder Is in Therapy with a Health Psychologist for Relief