Asked by Shawn Killens on Apr 25, 2024

Describe the usual sequence of imaginal exposure (be sure to include the SUDS in your response).

Imaginal Exposure

A therapeutic technique in which individuals are guided to vividly imagine and confront the stimuli or situations associated with their fears or traumas.

SUDS

An acronym for Subjective Units of Distress Scale, a tool to measure the severity of distress or anxiety an individual experiences.

  • Acquire knowledge on the various forms of exposure therapy, including in vivo, in vitro, and imaginal exposures.
  • Understand the significance and approach involved in constructing an exposure hierarchy with the SUDS (Subjective Units of Distress Scale) method.