Someone who has occasional attacks of greatly increased heart rate, breathing rate, sweating, and trembling, with little or no warning, is said to have:

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The symptoms described in the scenario are classic symptoms of a panic attack, which is a key feature of panic disorder. The individual experiences sudden and intense fear or discomfort that typically peaks within minutes and may result in avoiding situations that trigger these attacks. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (B) involves unwanted and intrusive thoughts and the need to perform repetitive behaviors to relieve anxiety. Bipolar disorder (C) is a mood disorder that involves periods of depression and mania. A phobia (D) involves a persistent and excessive fear of a specific object or situation, but does not typically involve the physical symptoms described in the scenario.

Someone Who Has Occasional Attacks of Greatly Increased Heart Rate