Asked by deepa natarajan on May 31, 2024

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Which technique is most applicable to aversion therapy?

A) Punishment
B) Desensitization
C) Role modeling
D) Positive reinforcement

Aversion Therapy

A form of psychological treatment where negative stimuli are associated with undesirable behaviors to reduce their occurrence.

Desensitization

The process of reducing or eliminating sensitivity to a stimulus, often used as a therapeutic technique to manage phobias or anxiety disorders.

  • Understand the application and implications of aversion therapy.
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Theresa MarieJun 02, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Aversion therapy is akin to punishment. Aversive techniques include pairing of a maladaptive behavior with a noxious stimulus, punishment, and avoidance training.