Phobic disorders-primary symptoms

What will be an ideal response?

Marked, persistent cued fear
Exposure provokes immediate anxiety response
Situations avoided / endured with intense anxiety, distress
May take form of panic attack
Recognizes that fear excessive or unreasonable

Similarities
Cued by presence / anticipated exposure to object / situation

Differences
Target: Specific stimuli / settings
Social performance settings

Social phobia more likely to interfere with normal routine / functioning / relationships

Psychology

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