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 women 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 the vicious cycle of anxiety disorders because the woman's anxiety causes her to excessively focus on her mistakes, which in turn increases her anxiety levels and reinforces her fear of social situations. This cycle can lead to avoidance behavior and further exacerbation of anxiety symptoms.

Which of the Following Is an Example of the "Vicious