Abnormal fear of being in public places or in a crowd is called:

A) affective disorder.
B) somatoform disorder.
C) paranoia.
D) agoraphobia.


D
Explanation: A) Affective disorder is a disturbance of mood with mania or depression.
B) Somatoform disorder is one in which a person experiences physical complaints with no medical basis.
C) Paranoia is an exaggerated suspiciousness.
D) Correct.

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