Question

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question 4
1.67 pt
in treating a person with social anxiety, the therapist challenges that persons reported fears about being out in public and simultaneously works to reduce avoidance behaviors. this therapist is practicing _____ therapy.
humanistic
psychodynamic
biological
cognitive - behavioral

Explanation:

Cognitive - behavioral therapy focuses on challenging and changing cognitive distortions (like reported fears) and behaviors (such as avoidance behaviors). Humanistic therapy emphasizes self - actualization and personal growth. Psychodynamic therapy explores unconscious conflicts. Biological therapy involves medical or biological interventions. Since the therapist is working on both thoughts (fears) and behaviors (avoidance), it is cognitive - behavioral therapy.

Answer:

D. cognitive - behavioral