Anxiety Disorders Practice Test

Which term describes fear experienced when there is really nothing to be afraid of?

Panic Fear Anxiety Phobia

Correct Answer:

Panic

Explanation:

Anxiety is the feeling described here. It refers to worry or apprehension that isn’t tied to a concrete or immediate threat, so you can feel fearful even when there’s nothing real to fear. It’s often diffuse or future-focused, sometimes called free-floating anxiety. Panic is a sudden surge of intense fear in response to an actual or perceived imminent threat, with strong physical symptoms. Fear is the emotional response to a real danger right now. A phobia is a persistent, irrational fear of a specific object or situation. So, when there’s nothing concrete to fear, anxiety best fits the description.

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