Understanding Selection of Categories of Psychological Disorders

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During a meeting, someone suddenly feels their heart racing, struggles to breathe, and fears they might die. This has happened multiple times before. What is the most likely diagnosis?

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Panic Disorder

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A person constantly worries about everyday activities like paying bills, even when there’s no immediate issue. They feel tense, have trouble sleeping, and experience muscle aches. What disorder best fits this description?

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Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

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A person avoids elevators at all costs because they fear being trapped inside. When forced to use one, they experience trembling and dizziness. What disorder is this?

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Specific Phobia

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A person repeatedly checks if their front door is locked, even after confirming it multiple times. They feel anxious unless they perform this ritual.
What disorder does this describe?

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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

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What is a hallmark symptom of PTSD?

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Repeated intrusive memories or flashbacks of a traumatic event

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Which of the following is an example of classical conditioning in anxiety disorders? Excessive handwashing to prevent contamination, Taking deep breaths to calm down, Experiencing flashbacks after trauma exposure, Avoiding dogs after being bitten by one

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Avoiding dogs after being bitten by one

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After surviving a car accident, someone avoids driving altogether and has nightmares about the crash. What disorder does this describe?

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PTSD

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Which symptom is most associated with specific phobias?

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Fear of specific objects or situations

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What distinguishes GAD from other anxiety disorders?

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Excessive worry about multiple aspects of life

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Which cognitive factor is strongly linked to anxiety disorders? Options: High caffeine intake, Negative thought patterns about the future or self, Excessive physical activity, Genetic predisposition alone

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Negative thought patterns about the future or self