Alan always has been terrified of spiders. He refuses to enter his bedroom at night until it has been thoroughly checked for spiders. Even a picture of a spider makes him extremely uncomfortable. Most likely, Alan is suffering from a psychological disorder called:

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Alan's extreme fear and avoidance of spiders is characteristic of a specific phobia, which is an exaggerated and irrational fear of a specific object or situation. This fear must be persistent and impairing to be considered a disorder. Option A (generalized anxiety disorder) is characterized by excessive, uncontrollable worrying about a range of different things. Option B (posttraumatic stress disorder) is typically associated with exposure to a traumatic event that produces recurring distressing memories or nightmares. Option D (obsessive-compulsive disorder) involves the presence of obsessions and/or compulsions that are time-consuming, distressing, and interfere with everyday functioning. Although Alan's behavior may include some obsessive-compulsive features (checking for spiders), it is not a full-fledged manifestation of OCD.

Alan Always Has Been Terrified of Spiders