Sudden unexpected surges in anxiety with physical symptoms, including increased heartbeat, shortness of breath, and loss of equilibrium, are symptoms most closely associated with which psychological disorder?Question 40Select one:a.Simple Phobiab.Social Phobiac.Panic Disorderd.Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Which of the following IS a common symptom of simple, or specific, phobia?Group of answer choicesA. problems in social relationsB. intense anxiety when in the presence of the feared object or situationC. nightmares and flashbacksD. emotional numbing

The anxiety disorder in which an individual experiences numerous emotional attacks characterized by overwhelming terror that occur suddenly and unexpectedly is known as __________.Group of answer choicesA. a generalized anxiety disorderB. a phobic disorderC. obsessive-compulsive disorderD. panic disorder

The anxiety disorder in which an individual experiences persistent, irrational fear of some object or situation is called ____________________Group of answer choicesA. Generalized Anxiety DisorderB. A Phobia, or a Phobic DisorderC. Obsessive-Compulsive DisorderD. Panic Disorder

Question 33Which of the following sets of symptoms is most consistent with a diagnosis of generalized anxiety disorder?  A 39-year-old man who reports:A.difficulty sleeping, fatigue, low appetite, and loss of interest in activities he previously enjoyed.B.repeated surges of overwhelming anxiety with racing heart, difficulty breathing, sweating, and a fear that he is losing his mind.C.an exaggerated startle response, nightmares, avoidance of certain situations, and negative thoughts and moods.D.difficulty sleeping, muscle tension, fatigue, and worry about his health, finances, and family.

All of the following are characteristics common to specific phobias EXCEPTQuestion 8Select one:a.strong and persistent anxiety related to a specific object or situation.b.significant attempts by the anxious individual to avoid the phobic situation.c.recognition by the person with the phobia that the anxiety is excessive or unreasonable.d.chronically decreased arousal of the autonomic nervous system.