Overview
Exposure therapy is a type of therapy done to help one overcome activities or situations that causes fear or anxiety. It is performed by a therapist or psychologist to treat certain conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) [1] and phobias.
People would usually avoid things or situations that they are afraid of. The American Psychological Association has explained that the idea behind exposure therapy is exposing people to stimuli that cause fear in a safe environment, thereby resulting in gradually overcoming their fear.
This article will discuss with you all you need to know about exposure therapy, including how it works, what it is used for, and what research says about it.