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Some People Are Suddenly Overtaken by Feelings of Panic, Even

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Some people are suddenly overtaken by feelings of panic, even though there is
no external threat.


Definitions:

Pyromania

A psychological disorder characterized by an irresistible urge to start fires.

Psychopathic Disorder

a mental disorder characterized by enduring antisocial behavior, diminished empathy and remorse, and bold, disinhibited, and egotistical traits.

PTSD

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder; a mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event, characterized by severe anxiety, nightmares, and flashbacks.

Munchausen-by-proxy Syndrome

A psychiatric disorder where a caretaker fabricates or induces illness in another person, typically a child, to gain attention or sympathy.

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