Ryan Experiences a Very High Level of Fear When Faced

question 35

Multiple Choice

Ryan experiences a very high level of fear when faced with unexpected or threatening stimuli.He is also generally anxious and rather neurotic.According to research by Jeffrey Gray,Ryan is likely to have

• A) an overly sensitive behavioral approach system.
• B) borderline personality disorder.
• C) an overly sensitive behavioral inhibition system.
• D) exposed himself excessively to technology such as the Internet and cell phones, which caused a rewiring of his brain.

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Definitions:

Thoughts of Suicide

Refers to contemplation or consideration of ending one's own life.

Risk for Suicide

Refers to the potential or likelihood that an individual will attempt to take their own life or engage in behavior with the intention of doing so.

Intentional Overdose

The deliberate act of consuming a toxic amount of substances, often with the intent to harm oneself.

No-Suicide Contract

An agreement between a patient and therapist in which the patient agrees not to harm themselves and to seek help if suicidal thoughts occur.