Liza Has an Anxiety Disorder

question 109

Multiple Choice

Liza has an anxiety disorder.She is currently seeing a therapist who believes that anxiety disorders are a result of illogical,irrational thought processes.Liza is probably seeking treatment from a _____________.

• A)behaviorial psychologist
• B)cognitive psychologist
• C)psychoanalyst
• D)psychologist with a biological perspective

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Definitions:

Hypervigilant

An enhanced state of sensory sensitivity accompanied by an exaggerated intensity of behaviors whose purpose is to detect threats.

Avoidant

Characterized by a tendency to avoid social interactions or situations that might lead to negative judgments, criticism, or rejection.

Medicare Fraud

The act of making false statements or misrepresenting facts to obtain payment from the federal Medicare program unlawfully.

Lack of Guilt

The absence of feelings of responsibility or remorse for one's actions or behaviors.