Episodes of intense dread that last for several minutes and are accompanied by shortness of breath, trembling, dizziness, or heart palpitations are most characteristic of a(n) obsessive-compulsive disorder. dissociative disorder. generalized anxiety disorder. mania. panic disorder.

Those episodes are most characteristic of letter E. panic disorder.

Explanation:

The psychological disorder known as panic disorder consists of sudden feelings of extreme anxiety and terror. A panic attack usually has as its symptoms: nausea, dizziness, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, trembling, choking sensation, and a feeling of dread. Panic attacks can last for about 20 minutes, in some cases, but most often peak and fade within 10 minutes.