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Desensitization, Psychologic

Desensitization, Psychologic A psychological desensitization is a behavior therapy method that uses deep muscle relaxation while a person is exposed to anxiety-provoking situations in gradual steps.

A psychological desensitization is a behavior therapy method that uses deep muscle relaxation while a person is exposed to anxiety-provoking situations in gradual steps. The relaxation is used to reduce or block the anxiety response to those stimuli.

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Drafting source: U.S. National Library of Medicine. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), 2026. “Desensitization, Psychologic” (D003887).
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