Question

Lola often experiences abrupt, brief episodes of overwhelming fear. She does not know what triggers them, but she has these attacks in the grocery store, in busy restaurants, and even while driving. During these attacks, Lola's heart pounds and she has difficulty breathing. She fears that she may go crazy or have a heart attack. In the context of psychological disorders, it can be inferred that Lola may have __________.
A. catatonia.B. aerophobia.C. somatoform disorder.D. panic disorder.

Answer 1

Answer:

D. panic disorder.

Explanation:

Panic disorder is an anxiety disorder that causes panic attacks, which is what Lola perceives as a brief overwhelming fear, with palpitations, breathing difficulties, sweating, shaking and numbness. The cause of panic disorder and panic attacks is unknown, but there are different treatments to lessen or erase the attacks and the disorder.