15.4 Anxiety Disorders

Front

What is the main difference between fear and anxiety?

Back

Fear involves an instantaneous reaction to an imminent threat, while anxiety involves apprehension about a potential threat.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a specific phobia? Acrophobia, Claustrophobia, Aerophobia, Agoraphobia

Back

Agoraphobia

Front

What is the estimated lifetime prevalence of anxiety disorders in the U.S. population?

Back

25%–30%

Front

Which of the following is a common safety behavior in social anxiety disorder?
Wearing bright clothes, Exercising regularly, Eating spicy foods, Avoiding eye contact

Back

Avoiding eye contact

Front

What is a panic attack?

Back

A period of extreme fear or discomfort that develops abruptly and reaches a peak within 10 minutes.

Front

Which brain region is associated with panic disorder?

Back

Locus coeruleus

Front

What is behavioral inhibition?

Back

A tendency to show fear and restraint in unfamiliar situations.

Front

What is the heritability estimate for panic disorder?

Back

43%