Lewis has suffered from acute stress for years. He is presently learning to relax with a device that provides him with information about changes in tension in his forehead muscles. Lewis' case illustrates the use of: ___________?

Correct answer: A. Biofeedback

  • A. Biofeedback
  • B. The general adaptation syndrome.
  • C. Psychoanalysis.
  • D. Cognitive therapy.

Explanation

Biofeedback gives a person real-time information about a normally involuntary response, such as forehead-muscle tension, so the person can learn to control it. This differs from cognitive therapy, which primarily changes maladaptive thoughts and beliefs.

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