Question

Answer the following questions in 25 - 30 words.
Anxiety disrupts day to day functioning of an individual :
State two predispositional factors contributing to anxiety.

Answer 1

The anxiety that is excessive or persists after the anxiety creating situation has subsided leads to anxiety disorders such as phobias, acute stress disorder, etc. predispositional factors in anxiety are -
(i) Genetic factors - if anyone in the family has anxiety issues, then the person will be at a higher risk of exhibiting high levels of anxiety as compared to other persons.
(ii) Childhood trauma such as physical or mental neglect or abuse, death of a loved one, parental divorce, etc.