Does Exposure Therapy Lead to Reduction or Avoidance of Anxious Symptoms?
Exposure therapy is one of the most common forms of therapy to address symptoms of anxiety and panic. The goal of exposure therapy is to expose a client to cues that will induce fear and anxiety and help them experience those symptoms until they have reached a point of symptom reduction. At the conclusion of the exposure, the client will have a better sense of control over their own emotions and will eventually experience decreased fear of stimuli that induce anxiety... Read More
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