When Worry, Anxiety, and Fear Become Severe and Create Trouble

question 26

Multiple Choice

When worry, anxiety, and fear become severe and create trouble for a person, he/she may be experiencing a(n)

• A) panic attack.
• B) anxiety-related disorder.
• C) fear reaction.
• D) somatoform disorder.

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Definitions:

Myelin Sheath

The protective covering around nerve fibers in the central and peripheral nervous systems, enhancing signal transmission.

Central Nervous System

Comprises the brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing information and controlling the majority of functions of the body and mind.

Vertebral Posterior Arch

The portion of a vertebra that encapsulates and protects the spinal cord, forming the backside of the spinal canal.

Drowsiness

A feeling of being sleepy and lethargic, often leading to a decreased level of consciousness.