Regarding social phobias, which of the following statements is FALSE?

a. Less than one percent of all adults are affected by social phobias in a given year.
b. It is common for people with social phobias to have uncomfortable physical symptoms, such as sweating, hands shaking, mental confusion, and blushing when in social situations.
c. People with social phobias avoid social situations, such as eating or writing in public or using public rest rooms.
d. Social phobias greatly impair a person's ability to work, attend school, or form personal relationships.


A

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