Damian Has Brief Attacks of Overwhelming Anxiety in Which His

question 10

Multiple Choice

Damian has brief attacks of overwhelming anxiety in which his heart pounds and he can't control his breathing. He never knows when the next attack is going to occur. In this case, Damian's symptoms are MOST consistent with

• A) generalized anxiety disorder.
• B) a conversion disorder.
• C) panic disorder.
• D) schizophrenia.

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Definitions:

Menstrual Cycle

The monthly cycle of changes in the female reproductive system, leading up to menstruation.

Vaginal Secretions

Fluids produced by glands inside the vagina, playing a key role in lubrication and the protection from infection.

Mucous Membranes

These are the moist linings of the body's cavities that are open to the external environment, such as those in the mouth, nose, throat, and genital area, responsible for producing mucus.

Graafian Follicle

A mature ovarian follicle that releases an egg during ovulation, named after the Dutch anatomist Regnier de Graaf.