In Panic Disorder, Biological Imbalances Might Initially Trigger an Attack

question 48

Multiple Choice

In panic disorder, biological imbalances might initially trigger an attack. However, later feelings of helplessness can increase fear. This description demonstrates the __________ biological and psychological factors in mental disorders.

• A)interaction of
• B)impossibility of understanding the role of
• C)cause-effect relationship of
• D)lack of relationship between

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Definitions:

Average Value

A statistical measure that describes the central tendency or typical value of a set of numbers, often calculated as the sum of the values divided by the number of values.

Trait

A specific characteristic of an organism, which can be physical like height or color, or behavioral, often influenced by both genetics and environment.

Genetic Drift

A random process that causes allele frequencies in a population to change over generations without influence from natural selection.

Natural Selection

A fundamental mechanism of evolution where organisms with traits better suited to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce, passing those traits to the next generation.