Your Aunt Has a Fear That Makes It Difficult for Her

question 112

Multiple Choice

Your aunt has a fear that makes it difficult for her to leave her home. She feels trapped and is unable to work or engage in any kind of activity that requires going outside of her home. You are not surprised when you find out your aunt is diagnosed with __________

• A) trypanophobia.
• B) odontophobia.
• C) agoraphobia.
• D) a specific phobia.

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