A woman is sitting on a bench.She is sweating profusely,is short of breath,has numbness in her feet and hands,and feels as though she is dying.Based on this information alone,we could conclude that the woman is suffering from:

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The symptoms described are indicative of a panic attack, which is characterized by sudden onset of intense fear or discomfort, sweating, shortness of breath, numbness or tingling sensations, and a feeling of impending doom or death. Generalized anxiety disorder would involve more persistent anxiety and worry about various situations, while panic disorder would involve recurrent episodes of panic attacks. Agoraphobia involves fear and avoidance of situations or places where escape may be difficult or help may not be available in case of a panic attack.

A Woman Is Sitting on a Bench