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Lens-assisted in vivo desensitization to heights
Journal of Behavior Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry
|December 1, 1982
Summary
Reverse viewing with binoculars offers a novel approach to treating acrophobia (fear of heights). This method magnifies apparent height, enabling effective therapy even at low actual elevations.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Ophthalmology
- Therapeutic Technologies
Background:
- Acrophobia, or fear of heights, significantly impacts quality of life.
- Traditional treatments like in vivo desensitization can be limited by available heights and exposure control.