desensitization procedure meaning and definition

DESENSITIZATION PROCEDURE noun

Definition of desensitization procedure (noun)

1. a technique used in behavior therapy to treat phobias and other behavior problems involving anxiety; client is exposed to the threatening situation under relaxed conditions until the anxiety reaction is extinguished
   • synonyms: desensitisation procedure, desensitisation technique, desensitization technique, systematic desensitisation, systematic desensitization