Arlene Has an Intense,irrational Fear of Flying in Airplanes

question 192

Multiple Choice

Arlene has an intense,irrational fear of flying in airplanes.She is probably suffering from a _______.

• A)somatoform disorder
• B)neurotic depression
• C)specific phobia
• D)conversion reaction

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Definitions:

Rating Scale

A method for measuring a variable or for categorizing with the intent to represent quantities or qualities with numbers or symbols.

Panic Disorder

A mental health condition that is characterized by sudden and frequent episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms such as heart palpitations, dizziness, and shortness of breath.

Obsessive-compulsive Disorder

A mental health disorder characterized by repetitive, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and behaviors (compulsions) that one feels the urge to repeat over and over.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Generalized Anxiety Disorder is a mental health condition characterized by persistent and excessive worry about various aspects of daily life, often accompanied by physical symptoms like fatigue, restlessness, or sleep disturbances.