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Pyromania is a form of a/an:
 
  A) psychopathic disorder.
  B) impulsive disorder.
  C) PTSD.
  D) bipolar disorder.

Question 2

Abnormal fear of being in public places or in a crowd is called:
 
  A) affective disorder.
  B) somatoform disorder.
  C) paranoia.
  D) agoraphobia.



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Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: A) A psychopathic disorder is one in which the person does not like people or society.
B) Correct.
C) Posttraumatic stress disorder occurs after a major trauma or chronic trauma.
D) Bipolar disorder cycles between mania and depression.

Answer to Question 2

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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