30 Questions
What is the primary difference between a panic attack and a panic disorder?
A panic attack is a symptom, while a panic disorder is a distinct mental health condition.
What is a characteristic of a specific phobia?
The fear is limited to a specific object or situation.
What is the typical age range for the onset of panic disorder?
20-35 years
What is a situationally bound panic attack?
A panic attack that occurs in response to a specific situation or trigger.
What is a common symptom of a panic attack?
All of the above, including palpitations, sweating, and paresthesias
What is the minimum duration of time required for a diagnosis of panic disorder?
1 month
What is the primary difference between fear and anxiety in terms of threat perception?
Fear is a response to immediate threats, while anxiety is a response to future threats.
What is the characteristic of anxiety that is associated with muscle tension and vigilant behavior?
Muscle tension and preparation for future danger.
Which of the following features is characteristic of normal anxiety?
Apprehension proportional to the trigger.
What is the primary criterion for diagnosing generalized anxiety disorders?
Duration of 6 months.
What is the prevalence of generalized anxiety disorders?
3-5% of the population.
What is the characteristic of abnormal anxiety in terms of control?
Difficult to control.
What is the term for the fear of being in places or situations from which escape might be difficult or embarrassing?
Agoraphobia
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for anxiety disorders in childhood?
Age
What is the term for the fear of being observed or evaluated by others, such as when eating or drinking in public?
Social anxiety disorder
Which of the following is an example of a specific phobia?
Fear of thunder or storms
What is the term for the fear of embarrassment or humiliation in social situations, such as when speaking in public?
Social phobia
Which of the following is a characteristic of agoraphobia?
Marked fear or anxiety about 2 or more of the above
What percentage of OCD cases start by age 14 years?
25%
What is a characteristic of obsessions in OCD?
Recurrent persistent intrusive unwanted thoughts
What is a key feature of compulsions in OCD?
Repetitive behaviors or mental acts that are driven by rules or obsession
What is the estimated lifetime prevalence of OCD?
2-3%
What is the primary concern in body dysmorphic disorder?
Preoccupation with perceived defects or flaws in physical appearance
What is a characteristic of symptoms in OCD?
They cause marked distress or anxiety
What is the primary driving force behind an individual's behavior in hoarding disorder?
A strong perceived need to save the items
What is the key characteristic that distinguishes hoarding disorder from normal collecting?
The excessive collecting, buying, or stealing of items
Which of the following emotional states is NOT typically associated with trichotillomania?
Euphoria
What is the primary consequence of trichotillomania?
Hair loss
What is the common emotional state that precedes excoriation disorder?
Anxiety
What is the primary motivation behind an individual's behavior in excoriation disorder?
A sense of gratification or pleasure
Test your knowledge on anxiety disorders, including the definitions of fear and anxiety, and their psychological and physical features. Learn about the differences between fear and anxiety, and how they affect our behavior and physiology.
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