A Key Difference Between the Two Types of Panic Disorders

question 39

Multiple Choice

A key difference between the two types of panic disorders discussed in your text is the

• A) presence of agoraphobic features.
• B) length of time a person reports having the disorder.
• C) need for medication to bring symptoms under control.
• D) degree to which the person is aware that fear causes functional impairment.

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Definitions:

Perceptual Setting

The context or environment that influences an individual’s perception or interpretation of information.

Physical

Relating to things perceived through the senses as opposed to the mind; tangible or concrete.

Social

Pertains to activities, processes, or phenomena that involve interactions between individuals or groups in a society.

Intensity

The degree of strength, force, or concentration applied in a specific action, situation, or characteristic.