Alicia is fearful and anxious most of the time. She is terrified of group work because she dreads having to interact with others, who she fears are going to criticize her. Alicia displays which of the following categories of behavioral disorders?

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Alicia's symptoms of fear, anxiety, and dread of criticism are indicative of an internalizing disorder, which is characterized by inward-focused behaviors such as depression, anxiety, and social withdrawal, rather than outwardly directed behaviors.

Alicia Is Fearful and Anxious Most of the Time