Which of the following is an example of the "vicious cycle" of anxiety disorders?
A) a child inherits a gene for anxiety from her parents
B) a person with severe anxiety makes himself feel better by starting fights
C) a man who was sexually abused as a child develops anxiety as an adult.
D) a woman with social phobia notices every little mistake she makes in front of others, which makes her more anxious.

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This is an example of a vicious cycle because the woman's anxiety about making mistakes leads to heightened self-consciousness and increased attention to her own behavior, which in turn increases her anxiety. This cycle can continue and worsen over time, leading to more severe social phobia.

Which of the Following Is an Example of the "Vicious