Question

A traumatic experience may trigger a lasting phobia in a child with a sensitive, high-strung temperament. The same experience, however, may have no long-term impact on a child with a more relaxed temperament. This best illustrates the role of ________ in the development of phobias.

A. explanatory style
B. genetic predispositions
C. catatonia
D. mood disorders

Answer 1

The answer is B. Genetic predispositions.

Phobias are deep fears which make us unable to function normally.

Although the scientists are still trying to determine what exactly causes people to develop this condition, it is believed that genetics might play a significant role in it. Studies have shown that siblings or children of someone who suffers from a phobia are three times more likely to suffer from it themselves.