How does phobia differ from panic disorder?

a. Phobia produces more severe changes in the body

b. Phobia occurs in adulthood, whereas panic disorder occurs in childhood.
c. A specific event or object triggers a phobic reaction.
d. The reaction associated with phobia occurs more briefly.

c

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