Jason Is Sitting in Class Listening to a Lecture When

question 490

Multiple Choice

Jason is sitting in class listening to a lecture when suddenly, for no apparent reason, he starts to become very anxious and tense. His heart begins pounding, his breathing becomes short, and he starts to sweat profusely. After a few minutes, his mind begins racing with thoughts that he might be dying. Jason randomly suffers from an attack like this about three times a month. Assuming that there is no physical abnormality that is responsible for these symptoms, Jason would most likely be diagnosed as having

• A)social phobia
• B)agoraphobia
• C)panic disorder
• D)generalized anxiety disorder

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Definitions:

Euphemism

A word or phrase that is considered less distasteful than other words or phrases.

Radcliffe‑Brown

A distinguished figure in anthropology, recognized for pioneering the comparative method in social anthropology and focusing on the study of social institutions.

Death Anxiety

The fear or apprehension concerning death and dying, which can impact an individual's behaviors, beliefs, and emotional well-being.

George Homans

An American sociologist known for his work in developing social exchange theory.