Most of us respond negatively if a spider walks across our arm while we are studying, but Cassandra cannot bear the thought of a spider. If she suspects that a spider lurks inside a building, she will not enter. She employs an exterminator to treat her house once a week and, on occasions, more frequently. Cassandra is most likely suffering from a/an _______________.
A. panic attack
B. phobia
C. compulsive disorder
D. schizophrenia
Im believe its C not too sure!!
I agree.
I disagree.
http://drdavespsychologypage.intuitwebsites.com/Phobias_and_Their_Treatment.pdf
http://drdavespsychologypage.intuitwebsites.com/Phobias__Coping_with.pdf
To determine the most likely condition Cassandra is suffering from, let's examine each option:
A. Panic attack: A panic attack is a sudden episode of intense fear or apprehension, typically accompanied by physical symptoms such as rapid heart rate, sweating, or shortness of breath. While Cassandra's fear of spiders might cause her to have a panic attack if she encounters one, it doesn't necessarily indicate a consistent pattern of panic attacks.
B. Phobia: A phobia is an excessive or irrational fear of a specific object, situation, or activity. Cassandra's extreme fear of spiders, to the point where she cannot enter a building suspected of having spiders and regularly schedules exterminator visits, aligns more with a phobia.
C. Compulsive disorder: Compulsive disorders involve the presence of obsessions and/or compulsions that are time-consuming, cause distress, or significantly interfere with daily activities. While Cassandra may exhibit some compulsive behaviors, such as hiring an exterminator, the primary feature seems to be her intense fear rather than repetitive or intrusive thoughts.
D. Schizophrenia: Schizophrenia is a mental disorder characterized by abnormal social behavior, disorganized thinking, and hallucinations or delusions. Cassandra's fear of spiders doesn't align with the symptoms of schizophrenia.
Based on the given information, the most likely condition Cassandra is suffering from is B. phobia, specifically arachnophobia (fear of spiders).