William Walks Up 20 Flights of Stairs Rather Than Taking

question 24

Multiple Choice

William walks up 20 flights of stairs rather than taking the elevator because he is afraid he cannot escape if the elevator stalls. Which is the MOST appropriate classification for William's behavior?

• A) agoraphobia
• B) generalized anxiety disorder
• C) panic disorder
• D) social anxiety disorder

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