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Wiktionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: 1  subitize(Verb) to judge (the number of objects in a group) rapidly, accurately and confidently without counting them. 2  subitize(Verb) to have the ability of judging the number of objects in a group in this way.
Systematic Desensitization. Systematic desensitization is a type of behavioral therapy based on the principle of classical conditioning. It was developed by Wolpe during the 1950s. This therapy aims to remove the fear response of a phobia, and substitute a relaxation response to the conditional stimulus gradually using counter conditioning. There are three phases to the treatment: First, the patient is taught a deep muscle relaxation technique and breathing exercises.