Understanding Phobias

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Phobias

Extreme, irrational fear responses.

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Observational Learning

Behavior of a model is witnessed by an observer, changing the observer's behavior.

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Vicarious Emotion

The process by which observing fearful reactions in others leads to the acquisition of a fear CR.

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Temperament

One's level of emotional reactivity, which is largely inherited and affects susceptibility to phobias.

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Preparedness

Innate tendency to make certain types of associations more easily than others.

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Incubation

Strengthening of an already established fear due to repeated brief exposures to the CS.

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US Revaluation

The US of a different intensity can alter the strength of the CR.