Ahighly effective way to reduce the fear associated with specific objects and eventually overcome a phobia is to: question 7 options: a. confront the fear by gradually increasing exposure to the feared object or event. b. avoid any experiences associated with the feared object or event. c. punish any fearful reactions by the individual when she comes in contact with the feared object or event. d. present the feared object or event at random times when the person is not expecting it.