When Faced with the Results of Medical Tests That Indicate

question 14

Multiple Choice

When faced with the results of medical tests that indicate that their symptoms have no medical cause,what is the typical response of individuals with illness anxiety disorder?

• A)They become delusional,believing that the physician is lying.
• B)They accept the results and then generally enter counseling.
• C)They accept the results,but worry that the tests are wrong.
• D)They become extremely afraid and have panic attacks.

Describe the symptoms of schizophrenia and distinguish between positive and negative symptoms.

Understand the relationship between panic disorder and agoraphobia.

Recognize the avoidance behaviors associated with panic disorder and agoraphobia.

Identify effective treatments for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and panic disorder.

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Definitions:

Inefficient

Not achieving maximum productivity; wasting or failing to make the best use of time or resources.

Analytic Cognitive Style

A style of thinking characterized by a logical, detail-oriented, and systematic approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

Mental Shortcuts

Heuristic techniques used by individuals to simplify decision-making processes, though they may not always lead to accurate judgments.

Step-by-Step Procedures

Detailed, sequential instructions designed to guide someone through the completion of a task or process.