Harry Has an Intense,irrational Fear of Being in Public Places

question 46

Multiple Choice

Harry has an intense,irrational fear of being in public places.He is probably suffering from ________.

• A)agoraphobia
• B)paranoia
• C)learned helplessness
• D)conversion reaction

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Definitions:

Genes

Units of hereditary information composed of DNA. Genes help cells to reproduce themselves and manufacture the proteins that maintain life.

Myelin Sheath

A protective, fatty layer that surrounds the axons of many neurons, facilitating faster transmission of electrical impulses.

Axons

Long, slender projections of nerve cells that transmit electrical impulses away from the neuron's cell body.

Nerve Impulses

Electrical signals that travel along nerve fibers, enabling communication between the brain and different parts of the body.