Agoraphobia, an Excessive Fear of Open Places or Public Places

question 102

Multiple Choice

Agoraphobia, an excessive fear of open places or public places, is frequently associated with

• A) schizophrenia.
• B) somatoform disorder.
• C) multiple personality.
• D) panic disorder.

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Definitions:

Hormone

A chemical messenger produced by the endocrine glands that regulates bodily functions and processes.

Live Alone

The state or condition of residing in a dwelling place without cohabitation with others.

Reinforcement Theory

A theory in psychology focusing on how outcomes of behavior affect the likelihood of that behavior recurring in the future.

Ostracism

The act of excluding or ignoring someone from a group or society, often leading to feelings of isolation for the person being ostracized.