Which symptom is associated with Panic Disorder?

• A. Sore throat
• B. Sweating
• C. Feeling of doom/out of control
• D. Chest pain

Answer: (C)

Panic Disorder is characterized by recurrent panic attacks, which involve a sudden surge of intense fear. A hallmark experience reported during these attacks is a fear of impending doom or losing control. That sense of doom or losing control is highly distinctive of a panic attack and, in the context of Panic Disorder, explains why this symptom best fits.

Sore throat isn’t related to panic experiences. Sweating and chest pain can occur during a panic attack, but they are general physical symptoms that aren’t as diagnostic or specific to Panic Disorder.