desensitisation


Definition: Meaning of, desensitisation in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / dɪˌsɛnsɪtaɪˈzeɪʃ(ə)n /

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desensitisation desensitisations
British English ; desensitization North American English
  1. the process of reducing sensitivity
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desensitisation used in phrases

  • desensitisation procedure (noun)
    1. a technique used in behaviour therapy to treat phobias and other behaviour problems involving anxiety; client is exposed to the threatening situation under relaxed conditions until the anxiety reaction is extinguished
  • desensitisation technique (noun)
    1. a technique used in behaviour therapy to treat phobias and other behaviour problems involving anxiety; client is exposed to the threatening situation under relaxed conditions until the anxiety reaction is extinguished
  • systematic desensitisation (noun)
    1. a technique used in behaviour therapy to treat phobias and other behaviour problems involving anxiety; client is exposed to the threatening situation under relaxed conditions until the anxiety reaction is extinguished
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