The advantage of systematic desensitization is that:

The advantage of systematic desensitization is that:
 
  a. there is not a problem with generalization
 b. it is easier and more convenient than contact desensitization
  c. desirable behavior can be reinforced in a real life situation
  d. the individual is exposed to the actual feared stimulus

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Question 2

A parent describes to a child what she should say if a stranger asks the child to get into his car. Which behavioral skills training component involves describing the correct behavior to the learner?
 
  a. rehearsal
 b. explanation
 c. instructions
 d. discrimination

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Question 3

Which of the following is NOT true concerning in vivo desensitization?
 
  a. the individual makes actual contact with the feared stimulus
  b. there is not a problem with generalization
 c. it does not require a lot of time to implement
 d. relaxation training is not always used

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Question 4

Which procedure is NOT used to enhance generalization following BST?
 
  a. using a variety of role plays in training
 b. using real-life situations in training
 c. using assignments for the learner to practice the skills outside of the training sessions
  d. using continuous reinforcement for correct responses in the training session

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Question 5

Matt is working with a psychologist to overcome his fear of heights. They develop a fear hierarchy and Matt is exposed to progressively greater fear-producing situations while maintaining relaxation. Which procedure is being used to help Matt overcome his fear of heights?
 
  a. systematic desensitization
 b. in vivo desensitization
 c. environmental desensitization
  d. experimental desensitization

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Question 6

The use of modeling is more likely to be effective when the:
 
  a. model's behavior is reinforced
 b. the model is dissimilar to the learner
  c. model has low status
 d. all of these