Ian Has an Intense and Persistent Fear of Choking on Peanut

question 179

Multiple Choice

Ian has an intense and persistent fear of choking on peanut butter. He avoids going to the grocery store because he knows there is peanut butter there. Ian even avoids discussing peanut butter and would not even consider keeping it in his house. What disorder does Ian MOST likely have?

• A) social anxiety disorder
• B) panic disorder
• C) specific phobia
• D) generalized anxiety disorder

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