Asked by
Kaila Chrizel dela Cruz
on Nov 17, 2024Verified
A disorder in which excessive anxiety and worry occur more days than not for at least six months is called __________
A) panic disorder.
B) obsessive-compulsive disorder.
C) generalized anxiety disorder.
D) phobic disorder.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
A mental health disorder characterized by persistent and excessive worry about different aspects of life.
Excessive Anxiety
A state of persistent and overwhelming worry and fear that is disproportionate to the actual source of stress in one's life.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
A psychological condition marked by persistent, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and unreasonable, strong desires to perform specific acts (compulsions).
- Identify the variances among different anxiety disorders.
- Distinguish between disorders based on symptom triggers and duration.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify the variances among different anxiety disorders.
- Distinguish between disorders based on symptom triggers and duration.