Which description BEST describes exposure therapy?
A) A client directly confronts the situation that causes dread and remains in the situation until the fear subsides.
B) During role play with the therapist, the therapist models positive behavior during stressful events.
C) The therapist intentionally frustrates the patient by exposing errors in logic and contradictions in reasoning.
D) The patient is exposed to electrical current via an electromagnetic coil placed on or above the head.

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Exposure therapy involves the client being exposed to the feared object or context without any danger, in order to overcome their anxiety. It's a common technique used in treating phobias and other anxiety disorders, where the client directly confronts their fears in a controlled setting until the fear begins to subside.

Which Description BEST Describes Exposure Therapy