Gwen is preparing for her psychology of learning midterm exam. although she has read all of the material and been active in class discussions, she has recurring thoughts of failing the exam. her thoughts persist even though she is an honors student and has never failed a test. gwen is experiencinga) a panic attack. b) anxiety. c) delusions. d) suicidal ideation

B) anxiety.

Explanation:

Anxiety: This is defined as an emotion distinguished by physical changes, worried thoughts, and feelings of tension. A person having anxiety disorder usually have re-occurring intrusive concerns or thoughts. they may ignore a few situations out of worry.

There are six most common types of anxiety:

1. GAD (Generalized anxiety disorder)

2. Specific phobias

3. Panic disorders

4. Social anxiety

5. PTSD (Post-traumatic stress disorder)

6. OCD ( Obsessive-compulsive disorder)

Sign and symptoms of anxiety:

1. Behavioral symptoms include; agitation and restlessness.

2. Psychological symptoms include; mood swings, feeling worthless, feeling helpless, hopelessness and despair.

Causes: Various causes can lead to anxiety such as environmental factors, peer pressure, exam pressure, social norms, etc.

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