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systematic desensitization

/ˌsɪstəˈmætɪk diːˌsensɪtaɪˈzeɪʃən/

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/ˌsɪstəˈmætɪk diːˌsensɪtaɪˈzeɪʃən/C1formalmedical
  • ruТерапевтическая техника, используемая в психологии для помощи людям в преодолении фобий, тревоги или страхов путем постепенного воздействия пугающего объекта или ситуации с одновременным применением техник релаксации.

A therapeutic technique used in psychology to help individuals overcome phobias, anxiety, or fears by gradually exposing them to the feared object or situation while practicing relaxation techniques.

  1. Behavioral therapy techniqueC1formal

    A therapeutic method used to reduce phobias and anxiety by gradually exposing a person to the feared object or situation while practicing relaxation techniques.

    ruМетод систематической десенсибилизации

    • The therapist used systematic desensitization to help him overcome his fear of flying.
    • Systematic desensitization involves creating a hierarchy of anxiety-provoking situations.
    • She successfully treated her spider phobia through systematic desensitization.