A 22-year-old university student presents with episodic palpitations, sweating, trembling, and fear of losing control. These episodes peak within minu...

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A 22-year-old university student presents with episodic palpitations, sweating, trembling, and fear of losing control. These episodes peak within minutes and resolve spontaneously. She worries about further attacks. What is the most likely diagnosis?

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Panic disorder

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Generalised anxiety disorder

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Social phobia

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Hypochondriasis

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Agoraphobia

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Mental Health

A 22-year-old university student presents with episodic palpitations, sweating, trembling, and fear of losing control. These episodes peak within minutes and resolve spontaneously. She worries about further attacks. What is the most likely diagnosis?