Dr. Gonzelez's psychiatric patient reports that last week she stayed up for three days writing because she felt incredibly energetic and creative. She reported to her therapy session looking tired and had not showered or changed clothes for several days. What disorder most fits the patient's symptoms?
A specific phobia
Major depressive disorder
Bipolar disorder
Generalized anxiety disorder
The best treatment for specific phobias is a form of psychotherapy called exposure therapy. Sometimes your doctor may also recommend other therapies or medication. Understanding the cause of a phobia is actually less important than focusing on how to treat the avoidance behavior that has developed over time
