Several times in the past 2 months, Petra has experienced a racing heart, intense fear that something horrible is about to happen, and an inability to breathe. Petra most likely is suffering from ______ disorder.

a. panic
b. generalized anxiety
c. social anxiety
d. separation anxiety


Ans: A

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