What are the three most common symptoms of a panic attack?

Correct answer: A. Shortness of breath, dizziness, and a feeling of terror

  • A. Shortness of breath, dizziness, and a feeling of terror
  • B. Dizziness, vomiting, and a feeling of terror
  • C. Shortness of breath, shaking, and seizures
  • D. Shortness of breath, numbness and a paralysis

Explanation

Panic attacks commonly involve intense terror together with physical symptoms such as shortness of breath and dizziness. Vomiting, seizures, and paralysis are not among the typical core symptoms listed for a panic attack.

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