Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Psychological Disorders

Question:

Shruti has a fear of entering unfamiliar situations and hence avoids leaving her house. Identify her issue from the following list.

Options:

Trichotillomania

Separation Anxiety disorder

Agoraphobia

Social Anxiety disorder

Correct Answer:

Agoraphobia

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Agoraphobia

Agoraphobia is the term used when people develop a fear of entering unfamiliar situations. Many people with agoraphobia are afraid of leaving their home. So their ability to carry out normal life activities is severely limited.

  • Trichotillomania involves compulsive hair pulling.

  • Separation Anxiety Disorder is fear of being away from attachment figures.

  • Social Anxiety Disorder is fear of social situations and being judged by others.