A Case of Social Anxiety - Joseph Wolpe

Joseph Wolpe (1985) begins with Santiago who has a history of experiencing strong feelings of anxiety and discomfort during social situations. Questioning reveals that these problems are most intense when he is in situations in which he experiences a loss of control. Wolpe uses imagery and desensitization to diminish feelings of anxiety.

Educational Objectives:

1. To demonstrate accuracy in behavior analysis

2. To apply behavior techniques