A Traumatic Experience May Trigger a Lasting Phobia in a Child

question 107

Multiple Choice

A traumatic experience may trigger a lasting phobia in a child with a sensitive, high-strung temperament. The same experience, however, may have no long-term impact on a child with a more relaxed temperament. This best illustrates the role of ________ in the development of phobias.

• A) explanatory style
• B) catatonia
• C) genetic predispositions
• D) mood disorders

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