1. Phobias occur in several forms. True False
2. Phobias are persistent, irrational fears of certain objects or situations. True False
3. Social phobia is the fear of being humiliated in a social setting, such as when meeting new people, giving a speech, or talking to the boss. True False
4. Agoraphobia is a fear of being in any situation that might provoke a panic attack, or from which escape might be difficult if one occurred. True False
5. Specific phobias involve a fear of an object or situation, such as small animals, snakes, closed-in spaces, or flying in an airplane. True False
6. The average age of onset for social phobia is between 15 and 20 years of age. True False
7. Phobias are slightly more prevalent in men than women. True False
8. Social phobia can be effectively treated with medications. True False
9. There is no proven drug treatment for specific phobias, but certain medications may help reduce symptoms of anxiety before a person faces a phobic situation. True False
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