Systematic desensitization teaches an individual to overcome an avoidance pattern by gradually exposing them to the object in question until it can be tolerated. There are steps within the hierarchy that will lead to this outcome. What is the first thing a social worker should assess?
A)Stress levels
B)Phobia or anxiety
C)Mental processing
D)Mental development

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This form of behavior therapy helps people effectively overcome phobias and anxiety disorders. The goal of the process is to have the individual overcome their fears in steps. Discussion about the object will move to pictures of the object and then to seeing the object. Lastly, touching the object will demonstrate success. Gradual exposure helps eliminate the need for a client to avoid certain situations in an effort to reduce anxiety.

Systematic Desensitization Teaches an Individual to Overcome an Avoidance Pattern