Term ID: T4765

Reciprocal Inhibition

/reciprocal-inhibition/
Principle stating that two incompatible responses cannot occur simultaneously, used in anxiety treatment.
Example: Relaxation training that reduces anxiety because relaxation and anxiety responses cannot occur at the same time.

Share This Psychology Term

Explore Your Personality with Science-Backed Tests

Discover insights about yourself with our comprehensive personality assessments. Each test is designed to help you understand different aspects of your psychological profile and personal traits.

View All Personality Tests →
Reference: Wolpe (1958)