Delving Into The Distinct Approaches: Flooding Treatment Vs. Systematic Desensitization For Phobia Management
Flooding and systematic desensitization are exposure-based therapies designed to reduce anxiety. While both techniques involve exposing clients to feared stimuli, they differ in their approach and suitability. Flooding involves prolonged and full exposure to the feared stimulus, while systematic desensitization gradually exposes clients to escalating levels of anxiety-provoking stimuli. Flooding is typically used for severely…