What Is the Most Prevalent Psychopathologic Condition Diagnosed in the United

question 14

Multiple Choice

What is the most prevalent psychopathologic condition diagnosed in the United States?

• A) Schizophrenia
• B) Mood disorder
• C) Anxiety disorder
• D) Alcohol dependency

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Definitions:

Sympathetic

Relating to the sympathetic nervous system, part of the autonomic nervous system that orchestrates the body's rapid involuntary response to dangerous or stressful situations.

Sympathetic

Pertaining to the part of the autonomic nervous system that increases heart rate, constricts blood vessels, and raises blood pressure, typically in response to stress.

Parasympathetic

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for conserving energy and bringing the body to a state of rest by slowing the heart rate and increasing intestinal and gland activity.

Autonomic Nervous System

The segment of the nervous system responsible for regulating automatic body functions such as digestion, heartbeat, and breathing rate.