Meet Jackie. She has a phobia of dogs that she has had since she was 3 years old. When
Jackie was 3, she was playing in her yard and a neighbor’s dog came up to her and bit her
hand. Jackie had to go to the doctor and get stiches. Even though she is now 23 years old,
she still remembers every detail and has an intense phobic reaction around dogs. Her heart
beats really fast and she feels sick to her stomach. She would just continue to avoid dogs but
she will soon be getting married to a dog trainer so she needs to overcome her phobia of
dogs. Jackie is coming to you, a behavior analyst, for help so she can marry her fiancé and
live happily ever after.

1. What is the specific nature of Jackie’s phobic reaction? Identify the physical, emotional, and cognitive aspects of her reaction to dogs.
2. How has Jackie’s phobia of dogs affected her daily life and relationships? Explore the impact of the phobia on her personal and social functioning.
3. What are the triggers that exacerbate Jackie’s phobia? Determine the specific situations or types of dogs that intensify her fear.
4. What coping strategies has Jackie used in the past when confronted with dogs? Assess the effectiveness of these strategies and their potential for long-term success.

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Answer Nature of Jackies Phobic Reaction Physical Jackie experiences physiological symptoms such as increased heart rate and nausea when she encounter... View the full answer