AP PSYCHOLOGY

ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR

INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGICAL DISORDERS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A study based on over 9, 000 U.S. residents found that the most prevalent disorder in the U.S. was
A
specific phobia
B
social anxiety disorder
C
obsessive-compulsive disorder
D
major depressive disorder
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Anxiety Disorders: Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health condition in the US and can include OCD, panic attacks and phobias. It is estimated that 40 million adults have an anxiety disorder.

Detailed explanation-2: -Anxiety disorders are considered the most common type of psychiatric disorders in the general population.

Detailed explanation-3: -Major depression, also known as unipolar or major depressive disorder (MDD), is characterized by a persistent feeling of sadness or a lack of interest in outside stimuli.

Detailed explanation-4: -The most common are anxiety disorders major depression and bipolar disorder. Below is more information on these disorders and how ACCESS can help. Remember you are not alone, and medical experts are here to support you.

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