A/An ____ is characterized by a group of intense emotional feelings that are accompanied by physical symptoms that can include shortness of breath,feelings of unreality,sweating,heart palpitations,chest pain,and choking sensations.
A) generalized anxiety disorder
B) obsessive-compulsive disorder
C) panic attack
D) post-traumatic stress disorder

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The symptoms described in the statement are characteristic of a panic attack, which is a sudden onset of intense fear or discomfort that peaks within minutes and often occurs without warning. Generalized anxiety disorder (A) is characterized by excessive and persistent worry about a variety of things, while obsessive-compulsive disorder (B) involves recurrent and unwanted thoughts or obsessions, and repetitive behaviors or compulsions. Post-traumatic stress disorder (D) is a mental health condition that can develop after exposure to a traumatic event and is characterized by symptoms such as flashbacks, avoidance, and hyperarousal.

A/An ____ Is Characterized by a Group of Intense Emotional