Gradual Exposure
In the Snake vs Stick story, what was it that first scared the child?
Snake that was actually a stick.
A smoke detector goes off because there's a fire in the kitchen.
Real alarm.
What is my favorite movie?
Stitch
In the Snake vs Stick story, what is the brain trying to do when it mistakes a stick for a snake.
Trying to keep you out of danger (protect you).
What is my favorite animal?
Horses
In Sherman and the Terrible Thing That Happened, what helped Sherman feel less afraid over time?
He started talking to Mrs. Maple.
What do I want to be when I grow up?
Firefighter
Where do I really want to visit?
Disneyland
Why would the brain rather mistake a stick for a snake for a snake than mistake a snake for a stick?
Because reacting to a false alarm is safer than missing a real danger.
Top three fears:
- Airplanes
- Bird catching and picking me up
- House catching on fire