Many behavioral therapists view phobias and other anxiety disorders as the result of learning. Using the language of classical conditioning, describe a specific example of how this might occur

What will be an ideal response?

Answer: A good answer will include the following key points. Examples will vary.
? Classical conditioning occurs when a neutral stimulus (NS) is paired with a stimulus (US) that elicits an unconditioned response (UR). The NS then becomes a conditioned stimulus (CS) and can elicit a response of its own (CR).
? For example, if a person is bitten by a dog, the bite (US) elicits fear (UR). Because the dog has been paired with the bite and the fear, the person will become afraid (CR) when he or she sees a dog (CS).
? This conditioning manifests itself as a phobia of dogs.