Kihye Always Feels Threatened and Anxious, Imagining Something Awful Is

question 93

Multiple Choice

Kihye always feels threatened and anxious, imagining something awful is about to happen. She is able to work and care for her family, although not as well as she would like. Kihye is probably experiencing:

• A) a generalized anxiety disorder.
• B) a hormonal imbalance.
• C) no specific problem; worrying is a personality trait.
• D) a specific fear response.

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Definitions:

REM Sleep

A phase of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, dreaming, and increased brain activity, playing a critical role in memory consolidation and emotional regulation.

Addicted

A chronic condition characterized by compulsive engagement in rewarding stimuli, despite adverse consequences.

Energized

The state of being filled with energy or electricity, used especially in contexts involving electrical power or personal physical and mental vitality.

Lower Brainstem Damage

Lower brainstem damage involves injury to the lower part of the brainstem, potentially affecting vital functions such as heartbeat, breathing, and consciousness.