Patrick Is a Vietnam Veteran Who Has Reoccurring Nightmares of Being

Multiple Choice

Patrick is a Vietnam veteran who has reoccurring nightmares of being on the frontline. Any sound that remotely resembles gunfire creates anxiety. Although he has been suffering with the problem for years, he has only decided to seek treatment now. His psychologist has suggested that he identify the thoughts and situations that evoke anxiety and rank them. His psychologist helps him work through each situation by also using relaxation techniques. What is this procedure called?

A) Behaviour modification
B) Systematic desensitization therapy
C) Rational-emotive behavioural therapy
D) Flooding