When computer-generated images are used to safely simulate the experience of boarding an airplane for a person with a phobia of air travel,the person is undergoing a form of
A) desensitization.
B) cognitive mapping.
C) latent learning.
D) higher order acquisition.

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The use of computer-generated images to simulate the experience of boarding an airplane for a person with a phobia of air travel is an example of desensitization. This is a form of behavioral therapy that gradually exposes the person to the feared object or situation in a controlled and safe way, helping them to overcome their fear. Through repeated exposure, the person learns that the feared object or situation is not actually dangerous, and their anxiety response decreases over time.

When Computer-Generated Images Are Used to Safely Simulate the Experience