Asked by Mirella Lockwood on May 12, 2024

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In order for Tonya to stop smoking, her therapist laced her cigarettes with incense that smelled horrifically. What is the name of the technique that Tonya's therapist is using?

A) aversive conditioning
B) virtual therapy
C) modeling
D) biofeedback training

Aversive Conditioning

A method of behavioral training that uses negative stimuli to reduce or eliminate undesired behaviors.

Incense

Aromatic materials that produce fragrant smoke when burned, often used in religious rituals, aromatherapy, or for creating a pleasant atmosphere.

Virtual Therapy

A form of psychological or psychiatric treatment delivered via digital platforms such as video conferencing, chat, or VR technologies.

  • Understand the foundational principles and approaches of behavior therapy.
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Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The technique being used by Tonya's therapist is aversive conditioning, which involves associating an unpleasant stimulus with a behavior in order to decrease the likelihood of that behavior being repeated. In this case, the therapist is associating a terrible odor with smoking, which should make smoking less appealing to Tonya.