Which of These Is NOT an Anxiety Disorder Described in DSM-5

question 61

Multiple Choice

Which of these is NOT an anxiety disorder described in DSM-5?

• A)phobia
• B)generalized anxiety disorder
• C)seasonal affective disorder
• D)panic disorder

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Definitions:

Brainstem

The part of the brain connecting the spinal cord with the forebrain and cerebrum, responsible for controlling several basic life functions.

Dorsal Raphe Nucleus

A nucleus located in the brainstem involved in the release of serotonin and implicated in the regulation of mood, sleep, and anxiety.

Learned Helplessness

An instance where a person is overwhelmed by feelings of helplessness, caused by either a distressing event or continual lack of success.

Contingency Blocking

A phenomenon in classical conditioning where a previously learned association prevents the learning of a new association.