As a Child, Kim Was Always Highly Reactive to New

question 73

Multiple Choice

As a child, Kim was always highly reactive to new situations. In addition, her mother was a worrywart, so Kim learned to view the world as a place requiring vigilance. When her father died, Kim's doctor attributed her stress levels to general anxiety disorder (GAD) . The source of her GAD is best described by using a(n) ____. ​

• A)social explanation
• B)cognitive explanation
• C)integrated perspective
• D)biological explanation

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Definitions:

Depersonalization

A psychological condition where one feels detached from one's own thoughts, feelings, or body.

Emotional

Relating to feelings or emotions, often influencing mood, behavior, and perception.

Stress Responses

The body's reaction to a challenge or demand, characterized by physical, mental, and emotional changes aimed at adapting to the stressor.

Dread

A feeling of intense fear or apprehension about something that is or appears to be imminent.