Somatoform Disorders Answers

Despite his fear of germs, Howard Hughes neglected his own hygiene despite having those around him follow strict cleanliness practices. Hughes had these odd behaviors because __________.

After witnessing a vicious crime, Charlie began having nightmares, started distancing himself from his friends and family, and feels immense guilt over not doing more to help. Charlie should see a therapist who specializes in __________.

Some people are more prone to anxiety disorders because they see threats in every corner of their lives when there are none. This is an example of __________.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder is marked by unwanted behaviors that are repeated excessively and are uncontrollable.

Females are theoretically more prone to anxiety disorders due to __________.

Aaron may have a phobic disorder if he had his first panic attack on his first day at a new high school.

An anxiety disorder can be caused by stress.

A victim of a serious traffic accident will always develop posttraumatic stress disorder.

The disorder where one is fearful of public spaces and leaving the comfort of one’s own home is __________.

Many people report having a phobia for snakes even though they have never been exposed to a snake. This fear is an example of __________.

Etiology is the process of dignosing a specific disorder, and may include observations and additional research. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Gilbert cannot leave his house without flushing the toilet three times. He is worried not flushing will cause a back-up and flood his house. Gilbert is most likely suffering from __________.

Anxiety sensitivity is the apparent cause, origin, and development of a particular disease.