Question

Laverne has a tremendous fear of cats. Although no cat has ever hurt her, every time she is near a cat she worries that it will scratch or bite her. This has led her to be unable to go to the home of friends who have a cat, even if they promise to lock the cat in another room. Which condition is Laverne most likely experiencing? a. panic disorder b. agoraphobia c. generalized anxiety disorder d. a specific phobia

Answer 1

d. a specific phobia

Step-by-step explanation:

A specific phobia is a term used to refer to an irrational fear, a fear that has no reason to exist but is strong enough to prevent a person from doing certain activities. An example of this is Laverne's fear of cats, and no cat has triggered that fear, but Laverne is so terrified of the animal she avoids, including going to the house of friends who have cats.