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What is the term coined for circumscribed fear of a discrete object or situation?
Question

What is the term coined for circumscribed fear of a discrete object or situation?

A.

Agoraphobia

B.

Claustrophobia

C.

Specific phobia

D.

Ailurophobia

Correct option is C


Ans. (c) Specific phobia
Sol. Specific phobia refers to circumscribed fear of a particular object or situation, such as the fear of heights, animals, or flying. It is considered a type of anxiety disorder.
Explanation of each option:
(a) AgoraphobiaIncorrect. This refers to the fear of open spaces or situations where escape might be difficult, not specific objects or situations.
(b) ClaustrophobiaIncorrect. This refers to the fear of confined spaces.
(c) Specific phobiaCorrect answer. This term refers to the fear of a particular object or situation.
(d) AilurophobiaIncorrect. This refers to the fear of cats, a specific type of specific phobia.

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