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Aversion therapy is a behavioral intervention that aims to reduce undesirable behaviors by associating them with negative stimuli. It's often used in treating alcohol dependence and other addictions, employing techniques like emetic substances, electric shocks, and covert sensitization. The therapy's success varies, and it faces ethical debates and methodological challenges. Its place in addiction treatment is assessed by considering individual needs and the balance of risks and benefits.
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Learning is a result of interaction with the environment through conditioning processes
Counter-Conditioning
A behavioral technique that pairs undesirable behaviors with an aversive stimulus to decrease their occurrence
Covert Sensitization
A variation of aversion therapy where negative consequences are visualized instead of experienced
Various devices, such as bitter substances and electric shocks, are used to deter addictive behaviors
Aversion therapy for alcohol dependence may involve the use of emetic substances or medications like disulfiram
Research has shown promising results, but long-term success is uncertain
Aversion therapy raises ethical concerns due to potential adverse reactions and low adherence rates
Nicotine patches and e-cigarettes are used in conjunction with aversion therapy to manage nicotine addiction
Some evidence suggests that alternative interventions may be more beneficial in the long-term compared to aversion therapy
It is important to consider individual needs and weigh the potential risks and benefits of aversion therapy as part of a comprehensive treatment plan
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______ is a psychological approach that posits learning occurs through interactions with the ______.
Behaviorism
environment
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______ sensitization is a type of behavioral intervention where a person imagines unpleasant outcomes to reduce ______ behaviors.
Covert
undesirable
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Aversion therapy: emetic substance role
Provokes nausea/vomiting when alcohol ingested to create negative association with alcohol.
