Expectancy violation

3 important questions on Expectancy violation

What did Craske identify as the most important element in exposure therapy based on research?

- Expectancy violation: where a response is expected but doesn't happen
- Removal of safety behavior/object to show it's not needed
- Encouraging client to feel anxious and okay with it
- Redirecting focus on current actions and emotions

What is the "clear message" in exposure therapy according to Craske?

- Message: "It is okay that your heart is racing. We are inducing this."

Why is the phrase "We will start with graduate exposure" considered a hidden message in exposure therapy?

- Implies worst anxiety won't be triggered immediately
- Validates client's fear
- Encourages gradual exposure

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