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Definition of Counterconditioning
1. Noun. (psychology) A form of conditioning in which a negative response to a stimulus is replaced by a positive one ¹
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Medical Definition of Counterconditioning
1. Any of a group of specific behaviour therapy techniques in which a second conditioned response (e.g., approaching or even touching a snake) is introduced for the express purpose of counteracting or nullifying a previously conditioned or learned response (fear and avoidance of snakes). (05 Mar 2000)