Over the past year,Lauren has repeatedly experienced symptoms that she believes indicate a heart attack,sending her to the emergency room complaining of dizziness,inability to catch her breath,and heart palpitations.She tells her parents she is afraid she's going to die,although doctors have found nothing physically wrong.From her symptoms,it is likely that Lauren is experiencing:
A)generalized anxiety disorder.
B)dissociative episodes.
C)manic episodes.
D)panic attacks.

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Lauren's symptoms are consistent with those experienced during panic attacks, which can mimic the symptoms of a heart attack. The fact that doctors have found nothing physically wrong with her further supports this diagnosis. Generalized anxiety disorder may also cause similar symptoms, but Lauren's symptoms seem to be acute and intense, which is more indicative of panic attacks. Dissociative episodes and manic episodes are not likely explanations for these symptoms.

Over the Past Year,Lauren Has Repeatedly Experienced Symptoms That She