The Individual with Generalized Social Phobia

question 26

Multiple Choice

The individual with generalized social phobia

• A) has a specific phobia for all social situations.
• B) exhibits a fear of most social situations.
• C) typically has a fear of public speaking, using a public restroom, and restaurants.
• D) is likely to receive a diagnosis of generalized anxiety disorder.

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Definitions:

Personal Space

The physical space immediately surrounding an individual, which they consider their own and expect others to respect as a boundary.

Role Conflict

Occurs when there are incompatible demands placed on an individual by two or more statuses held at the same time, leading to stress and difficulty in fulfilling the responsibilities of each role.

Full-time Employee

An individual who works a standard work schedule, typically 35-40 hours per week, for an employer and receives full employment benefits.

Expectations

Beliefs or anticipations about the way things should be or how events will unfold in the future.