Unit 3.2 Fears and Phobias Test Review

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What is the main heading under which you would find information about what happens in your body when you feel fear?

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How Fear Works

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What is the first step in overcoming phobias as described in paragraphs 26-32 of 'Fears and Phobias'?

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People get control of their fears by gradually facing them.

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How can fear be beneficial according to the article?

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A fear can be healthy if it cautions a person to stay safe around something that could be dangerous.

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What is the purpose of the text 'Fears and Phobias'?

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To tell readers about how fears and phobias work.

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What physiological response occurs in the body when experiencing fear?

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The body releases adrenaline, increasing heart rate and preparing for a fight-or-flight response.

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What is a phobia?

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A phobia is an excessive and irrational fear of a specific object, situation, or activity.

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What is the difference between fear and phobia?

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Fear is a natural emotional response to a perceived threat, while a phobia is an intense, irrational fear that leads to avoidance behavior.

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What are some common techniques used to overcome phobias?

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Gradual exposure therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and relaxation techniques.

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What role does the amygdala play in fear response?

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The amygdala is a brain region that processes emotions and is critical for the fear response.

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What is the fight-or-flight response?

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The fight-or-flight response is a physiological reaction that occurs in response to a perceived harmful event, attack, or threat to survival.