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Which type of emotional response is more often associated with surges of autonomic arousal necessary for fight or flight, thoughts of immediate danger, and escape behaviors?
Which type of emotional response is more often associated with surges of autonomic arousal necessary for fight or flight, thoughts of immediate danger, and escape behaviors?
- Panic
- Fear (correct)
- Anxiety
- Avoidance
Which type of emotional response is more often associated with muscle tension and vigilance in preparation for future danger and cautious or avoidant behaviors?
Which type of emotional response is more often associated with muscle tension and vigilance in preparation for future danger and cautious or avoidant behaviors?
- Fear
- Avoidance
- Anxiety (correct)
- Panic
Which type of emotional response is reduced by pervasive avoidance behaviors?
Which type of emotional response is reduced by pervasive avoidance behaviors?
- Anxiety
- Panic
- Fear (correct)
- Avoidance
Which type of emotional response is a particular type of fear response and can be seen in other mental disorders as well?
Which type of emotional response is a particular type of fear response and can be seen in other mental disorders as well?
Which type of emotional response differs from one another in the types of objects or situations that induce fear, anxiety, or avoidance behavior, and the associated cognition?
Which type of emotional response differs from one another in the types of objects or situations that induce fear, anxiety, or avoidance behavior, and the associated cognition?
Flashcards
Fear
Fear
A type of emotional response characterized by surges of autonomic arousal, a sense of immediate danger, and escape behaviors. It is triggered by a perceived threat and often involves physical reactions like a racing heart and increased breathing.
Anxiety
Anxiety
An emotional response marked by muscle tension, vigilance, and cautious or avoidant behaviors. It stems from anticipation of future threats or uncertainty. It often involves mental and physical symptoms like worry, restlessness, and difficulty concentrating.
Panic
Panic
A specific type of fear response, often characterized by a sudden onset of intense fear or discomfort accompanied by physical symptoms like heart palpitations, sweating, and dizziness.
Fear Reduction Through Avoidance
Fear Reduction Through Avoidance
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Variety of Anxiety Disorders
Variety of Anxiety Disorders
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Study Notes
Emotional Responses
- Fear is more often associated with surges of autonomic arousal necessary for fight or flight, thoughts of immediate danger, and escape behaviors.
- Anxiety is more often associated with muscle tension and vigilance in preparation for future danger and cautious or avoidant behaviors.
- Anxiety is reduced by pervasive avoidance behaviors.
- Phobias are a particular type of fear response and can be seen in other mental disorders as well.
- Different types of emotional responses (e.g. fear, anxiety, phobias) differ from one another in the types of objects or situations that induce fear, anxiety, or avoidance behavior, and the associated cognition.
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Test your knowledge on anxiety disorders and their characteristics. Learn about the differences between fear and anxiety and the various behavioral disturbances associated with these disorders.
