What is another word for desensitization technique?
Pronunciation: [diːsˌɛnsɪta͡ɪzˈe͡ɪʃən tɛknˈiːk] (IPA) 
A desensitization technique helps people to cope with various traumas, anxieties and phobias. There are countless synonyms for this term, including exposure therapy, systematic desensitization, habituation, and counter-conditioning. Exposure therapy, a commonly used synonym, exposes the patient to their fear gradually, allowing them to learn coping and relaxation techniques. Systematic desensitization, another synonym, uses relaxation techniques to help the patient replace their fear with relaxation. Habituation refers to repeated exposure to the fearful stimulus, which eventually desensitizes the patient to the fear. Counter-conditioning refers to the process of replacing a fear response with a positive response through exposure to a positive stimulus. All these synonyms essentially mean the same thing: the technique helps people manage their fears or traumas in a safe and controlled environment.
