Which of the following culture-bound disorders is most commonly seen in Latin America?
A) ataque de nervios
B) koro
C) anorexia nervosa
D) amok

Question

Which of the following culture-bound disorders is most commonly seen in Latin America?
A) ataque de nervios 
B) koro 
C) anorexia nervosa
D) amok

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Ataque de nervios, which translates to "attack of nerves," is a culture-bound syndrome commonly seen in Latin America. It is characterized by episodes of uncontrollable crying, screaming, trembling, and sometimes fainting.

Which of the Following Culture-Bound Disorders Is Most Commonly Seen