Automated group desensitization—A follow-up report

The results of a five month follow-up study on an automated group systematic desensitization treatment for test anxiety are reported. The study focuses on data relevant to:(1) the relative permanency of the automated group technique; (2) comparison of the longer-term effect of the therapist's p...

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Published in:Behaviour research and therapy 1970-08, Vol.8 (3), p.241-247
Main Author: Donner, Lawrence
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Anxiety - therapy
Behavior Therapy
Educational Measurement
Female
Follow-Up Studies
Humans
Male
Professional-Patient Relations
Psychotherapy, Group
Students
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Summary:The results of a five month follow-up study on an automated group systematic desensitization treatment for test anxiety are reported. The study focuses on data relevant to:(1) the relative permanency of the automated group technique; (2) comparison of the longer-term effect of the therapist's presence vs. his absence on outcome; (3) the issue of symptom substitution. The follow-up data indicate that the initial improvement following the automated treatment technique is not only maintained, but that further gains are also evident. The presence vs. absence of the therapist does make a significant difference in the amount of improvement found at the follow-up. And, finally, 85 per cent of the desensitized, Ss did not experience side effects.
ISSN:0005-7967
1873-622X
DOI:10.1016/0005-7967(70)90068-9