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Merel Kindt on Eliminating Phobias / PTSD enduringly

Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal

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Rewriting Fear: Insights into Memory and Therapy

This chapter examines the complexities of fear extinction research, emphasizing the limitations of traditional cognitive behavioral therapy in treating anxiety disorders. It explores innovative techniques, such as memory reconsolidation and the use of beta blockers, to manipulate fear memories and reduce relapse rates. Through a blend of human and rodent studies, the discussion reveals new avenues for effectively addressing phobias and PTSD by altering the brain's maintenance of fear memories.

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