Question

joanne has a panic disorder. what are her symptoms likely to include?

a. sometimes feeling up and sometimes down
b. consistent anxiety over time
c. feeling anxious when confronted with something she is afraid of
d. unpredictable attacks resembling heart attacks

Explanation:

Panic disorder is characterized by unexpected and recurrent panic attacks. These attacks often involve intense physical symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, etc., which can mimic heart attacks. Option A describes mood swings (more like bipolar disorder), Option B is more consistent with generalized anxiety disorder, and Option C describes a phobic response. So the symptoms of panic disorder match Option D.

Answer:

D. Unpredictable attacks resembling heart attacks