Questions: Luigi has a real problem giving oral presentations in class. He gets faint and sweaty and feels like he is going to pass out. Practicing by himself is no problem, but the presence of other students makes him very nervous. Luigi is suffering from (A) post-traumatic stress disorder (B) obsessive-compulsive disorder (C) agoraphobia (D) social anxiety disorder

The answer is D social anxiety disorder.

PTSD is a mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Symptoms include flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety, and uncontrollable thoughts about the event. Luigi's symptoms are related to social situations, not trauma, making PTSD an unlikely diagnosis.

OCD is characterized by unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions) that the person feels driven to perform. Luigi's symptoms do not involve obsessions or compulsions, so OCD is not a suitable diagnosis.

Agoraphobia involves an intense fear of being in situations where escape might be difficult or help unavailable if things go wrong. It often involves fear of open spaces, crowds, or being outside alone. Luigi's anxiety is specifically related to social interactions, not the fear of being in certain places or situations, so agoraphobia is not the correct diagnosis.

Social anxiety disorder is characterized by an intense fear of social situations where one might be judged, embarrassed, or scrutinized by others. Symptoms include sweating, trembling, and feeling faint in social settings. Luigi's symptoms align with social anxiety disorder, as he experiences significant anxiety when presenting in front of classmates.