Which of the following statements about panic disorders is accurate?
A. Panic attacks are related to the fear of being in a social situation
B. Panic attacks can be stopped with electroconvulsive therapy
C. A panic attack is a rational reaction to a fearful situation
D. A panic attack is related to a specific situation or object
E. The predisposition to panic attacks often runs in families
Answer: E
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