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Gradual exposure desensitizes individuals to anxiety triggers from "summary" of Cognitive Therapy of Anxiety Disorders by David A. Clark,Aaron T. Beck
Gradual exposure is a key technique in cognitive therapy for anxiety disorders. This approach involves systematically exposing individuals to situations or objects that trigger their anxiety, in a gradual and controlled manner. The goal is to help individuals confront their fears and anxieties, and learn that they can tolerate and cope with these feelings. Through repeated exposure, individuals become less sensitive to anxiety triggers, leading to a reduction in overall anxiety levels. The process of gradual exposure is based on the principle of habituation, which is the natural tendency for anxiety to decrease over time when someone is exposed to a feared stimulus. By facing their fears in a safe and controlled environment, individuals can learn that their anxiety will eventually decrease on its own. This experience helps to challenge and change the maladaptive...
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