For the third time in two months, Erica's husband rushed her to the hospital emergency department because Erica thought she was having a heart attack. Her symptoms included a racing, pounding heart, weakness, feeling faint, and feeling as if she were unable to breathe. Although her doctor says she is physically healthy, Erica lives in fear of another attack. Erica is most likely suffering from which psychological disorder

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Cara Patton

12 September, 21:21

For the third time in two months, Erica's husband rushed her to the hospital emergency department because Erica thought she was having a heart attack. Her symptoms included a racing, pounding heart, weakness, feeling faint, and feeling as if she were unable to breathe. Although her doctor says she is physically healthy, Erica lives in fear of another attack. Erica is most likely suffering from which psychological disorder

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Sierra Davies · Answer 1

Panic disorder

Explanation:

Panic disorder: In abnormal psychology, the term panic disorder is a form of anxiety disorder, that causes several panic attacks and is described as sudden onset of feelings of terrors in the absence of any real danger. An individual experiencing panic disorder may feel losing control and physical symptoms.

Symptoms: Sweating, fast heartbeat, shaking or trembling, sense of danger, etc.

In the question above, Erica is most likely suffering from panic disorder.