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Unit 8 – Clinical Psychology
Topic 8.4
How might exposure therapy for phobias contribute to depressive symptoms?
The intense stress and discomfort associated with exposure can potentially trigger depressive responses in susceptible individuals.
It discourages people from seeking professional help for their depression out of fear they will be exposed to their phobia again.
Exposure therapy strengthens feelings of powerlessness over one's fears.
It encourages avoidance behavior which may lead to depression.
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AP Psychology - 8.4 Bipolar, Depressive, Anxiety, and Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders
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