An Excessive and Irrational Fear of an Object, Place, or Situation

question 1

Multiple Choice

An excessive and irrational fear of an object, place, or situation is called:

• A) depression.
• B) a phobia.
• C) learned helplessness.
• D) posttraumatic stress disorder.

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Definitions:

Groupthink

A psychological phenomenon where the desire for harmony or conformity within a group leads to an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.

Harmony

A state of agreement, peacefulness, or concord between individuals or groups; also refers to a pleasing combination of musical notes.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological state that occurs when an individual holds two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time, often leading to discomfort and a drive to reduce the inconsistency.

Social Pressure

The influence that is exerted by society or a social group on an individual, encouraging conformity to social norms or expectations.