Sophie has been experiencing unexpected periods of overwhelming dread and anxiety. These episodes have happened several times, and she now worries that they will happen again. Sometimes it is almost as if her worry causes such an attack! Sophie seems to be experiencing .

This question lacks options, options are:

A. social phobia

B. agoraphobia

C. panic disorder

D. generalized anxiety disorder

E. acute stress disorder.  

The correct answer is C.

Explanation:

Panic disorder is a condition that consists of the onset of recurrent and unpredictable panic attacks over time. These occur in familiar environments or in situations that do not present a real danger. The frequency of panic attacks is variable, from one per week to several episodes in a short space of time followed by long periods without any symptoms. After suffering the seizures, the person persistently fears that they will recur or that they will cause catastrophic consequences, lose control or suffer a heart attack.