Question

A 22-year-old man complains of intense fear of social situations and is unable to speak in public. He experiences palpitations and trembling at the thought of it. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Social anxiety disorder (social phobia)

Answer

Generalized anxiety disorder

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Agoraphobia

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Panic disorder

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder

Practice question

A 22-year-old man complains of intense fear of social situations and is unable to speak in public. He experiences palpitations and trembling at the thought of it. What is the most likely diagnosis?