Phobias Are Most Likely to Be Characterized by

Multiple Choice

Phobias are most likely to be characterized by

A) a persistent, irrational fear of a specific object, activity, or situation.
B) offensive and unwanted thoughts that persistently preoccupy the person.
C) a continuous state of tension, apprehension, and autonomic nervous system arousal.
D) alternations between extreme hopelessness and unrealistic optimism.