How might one employ the techniques of classical conditioning in order to treat a phobia?
A) Repeatedly expose the person to the feared object (the CS) but with no US.
B) Keep the person away from the CS for as long as possible.
C) Pair the CS with another CS, randomly chosen, such as a chair or baseball.
D) Make the CS more specific through the use of discrimination procedures.

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Classical conditioning can be used to treat phobias by repeatedly exposing the person to the feared object (the conditioned stimulus, CS) but with no negative consequence (unconditioned stimulus, US). This is known as exposure therapy, and over time the person can learn to associate the CS with a lack of negative consequences, gradually reducing their fear response.

How Might One Employ the Techniques of Classical Conditioning in Order