Unpredictable and repeated panic attacks, marked by hyperventilating and increased heart rate:
A) Panic disorder
B) Generalized anxiety disorder
C) Phobia
D) Social anxiety disorder

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Panic attacks marked by hyperventilating and increased heart rate are characteristic of panic disorder, which is defined as recurrent, unpredictable panic attacks followed by at least a month of persistent concern about having another attack and/or a significant change in behavior related to the attacks. The other disorders listed do not involve panic attacks as a defining feature.

Unpredictable and Repeated Panic Attacks, Marked by Hyperventilating and Increased