Question

Walter has a fear of enclosed space. He sweats profusely, shakes, and becomes highly agitated whenever he thinks about enclosed spaces and avoids them at all cost even if it means he will not be able to do something or go someplace. His friend Peter does not like enclosed spaces either; however, Peter will not avoid doing things that require him to be closed off or in a small space. The difference between Walter's reaction and Peter's reaction is that Walter's reaction:a) could put him into danger.

b) is caused by a biological condition.
c) is more intense.
d) is normal, Peter's is not.

Answer 1

Correct answer is c) is more intense.

Step-by-step explanation:

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Claustrophobia is the irrational fear of being in enclosed or physically limited places. It is considered an anxiety disorder.

Claustrophobia is characterized by a severe fear of being in a closed place, which causes shortness of breath, shakes and dizziness. For this reason, the person that suffering from claustrophobia avoids such kind of places.

The diagnosis of this condition requires an evaluation, by which the intensity with which the symptoms manifest is measured.

According to the previous story, we can say that Walter suffers from claustrophobia.

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