Latoya's psychologist is likely to view her client's social anxiety as ___________.

A) a symptom of a deeper underlying problem rooted in unconscious conflicts
B) a result of learning and conditioning from past negative social experiences
C) being caused by an "error" in thinking and selective focus on the negatives
D) a neurochemical imbalance

Learning and Conditioning

The process by which behaviors are acquired or modified as a result of interaction with the environment, often discussed in the context of classical and operant conditioning.

Social Anxiety

The fear of social situations that involve interaction with other people, leading to feelings of self-consciousness and judgment.

Neurochemical Imbalance

A state where there is an abnormal level of neurotransmitters in the brain, which can affect mood, behavior, and cognitive functions.