Which therapeutic approach involves creating a graded list of anxiety-provoking situations and using relaxation techniques to reduce fear?

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Systematic desensitization is a behavioral therapy method that helps individuals overcome phobias by gradually exposing them to anxiety-inducing stimuli while teaching relaxation skills to manage their fear response.

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