For the Third Time in Two Months, Erica's Husband Rushed

question 250

Multiple Choice

For the third time in two months, Erica's husband rushed her to the hospital emergency room because Erica thought she was having a heart attack. Her symptoms included a racing, pounding heart, weakness, feeling faint, and feeling as if she were unable to breathe. Although her doctor says she is physically healthy, Erica lives in fear of another attack. Erica is most likely suffering from which psychological disorder?

• A)specific phobia
• B)panic disorder
• C)generalized anxiety disorder
• D)obsessive-compulsive disorder

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Definitions:

Scapegoats

Individuals or groups unjustly blamed for problems or negative outcomes that they did not cause, often as a mechanism of deflecting responsibility.

Subordinate Groups

Groups of people in a society who have less power, authority, and status compared to the dominant groups, often facing discrimination and inequality.

Societal Problems

Issues that affect a significant number of people within a society, often challenging the community's ability to function effectively.

An Ethnic Group

Comprises people whose perceived cultural markers are deemed socially significant. Ethnic groups differ from one another in terms of language, religion, customs, values, ancestors, and the like.