Questions: Which is not a type of anxiety disorder? A) Obsessive-compulsive disorder B) Post traumatic stress disorder C) Panic disorder D) Bipolar disorder
Transcript text: Which is not a type of anxiety disorder? A) Obsessive-compulsive disorder B) Post traumatic stress disorder C) Panic disorder D) Bipolar disorder
Solution
Answer
The answer is D) Bipolar disorder
Explanation
Option A: Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a type of anxiety disorder characterized by unwanted and intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions) that an individual feels driven to perform.
Option B: Post-traumatic stress disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder that can develop after exposure to a traumatic event. Symptoms may include flashbacks, severe anxiety, and uncontrollable thoughts about the event.
Option C: Panic disorder
Panic disorder is an anxiety disorder marked by recurrent and unexpected panic attacks, which are sudden periods of intense fear or discomfort that peak within minutes.
Option D: Bipolar disorder
Bipolar disorder is not an anxiety disorder. It is a mood disorder characterized by extreme mood swings, including emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression).