Specific Phobias — MCQs

A 41 year old married female presented with headache for the last 6 months. She had several consultations. All her investigations were found to be within normal limits. She still insists that there is something wrong in her head and seeks another consultation. The most likely diagnosis is:

Fear of being in places or situations from which escape might be difficult, embarrassing, or where help may be unavailable in the event of a panic attack. This condition is called.

What type of therapy is desensitization commonly classified as?

Which of the following will be LEAST useful in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder?

What is the definition of phobia?

Specific phobias are best classified under which of the following categories?

A 1st year medical student presents with recurrent episodes of choking sensation, breathlessness, intense sweating along with feeling of impending doom. Usually the episodes occur prior to exams. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Young adult female who was bullied in class throughout school period, later on in life she started having stage fear, anxiety, low mood. What is the cause of her diagnosis?

Anxiety states can be induced by all of the following except?

What is the most common type of phobia?