Tasha sometimes experiences intense bouts of fear. She believes these episodes can't be panic attacks because they don't involve the traditional symptoms of panic attacks. You could explain her mistake by informing her that

A. panic attacks can be triggered or worsened by the worry of appearing weird or crazy to other people.
B. culture plays an important role in how panic attacks are interpreted.
C. panic attacks are linked to neurotransmitters involved in wakefulness, vigilance, and appetite.
D. there is a difference between panic attacks and a panic disorder.


Answer: B

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