Self-efficacy refers to the perceived belief to cope effectively, by personal efforts, with challenging situations and problems (Bandura, 1977). Basic research has shown that increases in perceived self-efficacy can enhance the extinction of fear (Zlomuzica et al., 2015). This study is aimed at translating these findings into a useful clinical application to augment exposure-based treatment outcome.
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Change in the Behavioral Approach Test (BAT)
Timeframe: from pretreatment through follow-up (i.e. baseline, approx. 2-3 days after treatment, 1 month after)
Change in subjective fear during the BAT
Timeframe: from pretreatment through follow-up (i.e. baseline, approx. 2-3 days after, 1 month after)
Change in heart rate reactivity during the BAT
Timeframe: from pretreatment through follow-up (i.e. baseline, approx. 2-3 days after, 1 month after)