John Is Persistently and Excessively Afraid of Snakes

question 15

Multiple Choice

John is persistently and excessively afraid of snakes.Whenever he sees one,he feels intense anxiety and thus avoids snakes at all costs.John realizes,however,that this fear is unrealistic.John most likely has

• A)obsessive-compulsive disorder.
• B)social anxiety disorder.
• C)specific phobia.
• D)panic disorder.

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