C. ANXIETY DISORDERS Flashcards
1
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Differentiate between Anxiety and Fear
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Anxiety - apprehension about a future threat
Fear - response to an immediate threat
Both arouse the SNS
2
Q
Anxiety disorders
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characterized by excessive, persistent fear and anxiety out of proportion with the associated level of risk.
3
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Classification of Anxiety Disorders
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Seperation anxiety
Selective mutism
Specific phobia
Social anxiety disorder
Panic disorder
Agoraphobia
Generalized anxiety disorder
Substance/medication induced anxiety disorder
Anxiety disorder due to another medical condition
4
Q
Etiology
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5
Q
Female to male ratio of anxiety disorders
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2:1
