Which feature most strongly supports a diagnosis of panic disorder rather than a specific phobia?
Correct answer: B. Panic attacks are recurrent and followed by concern about more attacks
- A. Fear is limited to injections and leads to avoidance
- B. Panic attacks are recurrent and followed by concern about more attacks
- C. Anxiety occurs about several routine responsibilities each day
- D. Fear is linked to an intrusive thought and a repeated ritual
Explanation
Panic disorder involves recurrent unexpected panic attacks and persistent concern or behavioural change related to further attacks. Fear limited to injections suggests a specific phobia, broad daily worry suggests generalized anxiety disorder, and rituals linked to intrusive thoughts suggest obsessive-compulsive disorder.
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