Which Statement Is TRUE Regarding Phobias

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which statement is TRUE regarding phobias?

• A) People with phobias are particularly likely to have had a bad experience with the object or situation that they fear.
• B) Humans are equally likely to develop a phobia to just about any stimulus.
• C) A person can develop a phobia without directly experiencing the feared object or situation.
• D) Drugs that enhance epinephrine can help people learn to overcome phobias.

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