An Excessive and Irrational Fear of an Object, Place, or Situation

question 1

Multiple Choice

An excessive and irrational fear of an object, place, or situation is called:

• A) depression.
• B) a phobia.
• C) learned helplessness.
• D) posttraumatic stress disorder.

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Definitions:

Bipolar

A disorder characterized by significant mood swings including manic and depressive episodes.

Communication

The act of conveying meanings from one entity or group to another through the use of mutually understood signs, symbols, and semiotic rules.

Delusions

False beliefs held with strong conviction despite superior evidence to the contrary, often found in psychological conditions.

Obsessions

Persistent, unwanted thoughts that cause distress or anxiety.