Which of the following is most effective way to treat school refusal behavior?
A) Gradually expose the child to fear-provoking school situations.
B) Teach the child techniques for relaxation when confronting fear-provoking situations.
C) Reinforce the child for attending school.
D) All of the above are effective techniques used together for reducing school refusal behavior.

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All of the techniques mentioned (gradual exposure, relaxation techniques, and reinforcement) have been found to be effective in treating school refusal behavior. Combining these techniques is likely to lead to the most successful outcome. Gradual exposure helps the child become comfortable with returning to school, relaxation techniques help the child manage anxiety associated with school, and reinforcement helps increase the likelihood that the child will attend school regularly.

Which of the Following Is Most Effective Way to Treat