An irrational fear of some object or particular situation is called ____________

a) agoraphobia
b) social anxiety disorder
c) a specific phobia
d) an interactive phobia


ANS: C

Psychology

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Fill in the blank with correct word.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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