Almost _____ of People with a Specific Phobia Never Seek

question 16

Multiple Choice

Almost _____ of people with a specific phobia never seek treatment.

• A) 20 percent
• B) 40 percent
• C) 60 percent
• D) 90 percent

Identify the prevalence and types of psychological disorders in the United States.

Understand the characteristics and symptoms of various anxiety disorders.

Recognize the relationship between anxiety disorders and other physical or mental health issues.

Appreciate the nuances and differences between specific disorders such as generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and phobias.

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Definitions:

Hypnotic Responsiveness

The extent to which an individual is likely to experience suggested alterations in perception, sensation, emotion, thought, or behavior during hypnosis.

Cooperation and Trust

Key elements in social interactions and relationships that involve working together towards common goals and believing in the reliability and integrity of others.

Freud's Theory of Humor

Sigmund Freud's theory that humor is a way for individuals to release repressed thoughts and feelings safely.

Alternative Explanations

In the context of scientific research, alternative explanations refer to different reasons or theories that could account for the observed phenomena or outcomes, challenging the original hypothesis.