Specific phobia definitions, types, causes, diagnosis, treatments, self help, DSM-5.

Max points: 5 Type: Mental Disorder Explainer

This content explores phobias, their causes, symptoms, and how they affect daily life. It explains diagnostic criteria, treatment options like therapy and lifestyle changes, and why understanding phobias is important. It can help individuals recognize signs, seek support, and learn practical ways to manage their fears.

Channel: Medical Arts Official Duration: 0:05:24

Questions

1. Which treatment method is considered the first-line approach for specific phobias?

Pharmacotherapy Hypnosis Surgery Behavioral therapy and exposure techniques

2. At what age range are most cases of specific phobia seen?

5 to 9 years old 13 to 17 years old 18 to 25 years old 10 to 12 years old

3. According to DSM-5, which of the following is NOT categorized as a phobia?

Specific phobia Generalized anxiety disorder Social phobia Agoraphobia

4. Which brain structure is linked to processing fearful and threatening stimuli in phobias?

Thalamus Hippocampus Amygdala Cerebellum

5. Which of the following is a required diagnostic criterion for specific phobia?

Fear must disappear after adolescence Fear must occur only once a month Fear must last at least six months Fear must occur only during childhood

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