According to the DSM, Which of the Following Questions Would

question 98

Multiple Choice

According to the DSM, which of the following questions would be most useful in distinguishing a panic attack from anxiety?

• A) Do you experience a lot of nightmares?
• B) Would you describe your symptoms as distressing?
• C) Do your symptoms reach peak intensity within 10 minutes?
• D) Are your symptoms difficult for you to control?

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Definitions:

Stress Response

The body's reaction to a challenge or demand, characterized by physiological changes such as increased heart rate and muscle tension.

Positive Stress

A type of stress that can actually result in improved performance and productivity, often perceived as within one's coping abilities.

Stress Model

A theoretical framework explaining how stress affects biological and psychological processes.

Stressor

Any event, situation, or environmental stimulus that causes stress to an individual, leading to physical or psychological strain.