Arlene Has an Intense,irrational Fear of Flying in Airplanes

question 12

Multiple Choice

Arlene has an intense,irrational fear of flying in airplanes.She is probably suffering from a _______.

• A)somatoform disorder
• B)neurotic depression
• C)phobic disorder
• D)conversion reaction

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Definitions:

Lipase

An enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of fats (lipids).

Muscular Tube

Refers to any tube-like structure in the body that consists of smooth or skeletal muscle, such as the esophagus or intestines.

Esophagus

Tubular organ that connects the pharynx to the stomach.

Throat

Part of the neck in front of the spinal column that contains the pharynx and larynx, allowing for passage of food to the esophagus and air to the lungs.