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What is a key characteristic of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?
What is a key characteristic of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?
- Rational concern about everyday matters
- Excessive, uncontrollable worry about events or activities (correct)
- Lack of concern about daily functioning
- Occasional and controllable worry about specific events
What is a symptom commonly associated with GAD?
What is a symptom commonly associated with GAD?
- Minimal concern and irritability
- Excessive worry and restlessness (correct)
- Frequent relaxation and sound sleep
- Occasional worry and calmness
How long must symptoms persist for a formal diagnosis of GAD?
How long must symptoms persist for a formal diagnosis of GAD?
- At least one year
- At least one month
- Symptoms duration is not a factor in diagnosis
- At least six months (correct)
What may individuals with GAD often have in addition to the disorder?
What may individuals with GAD often have in addition to the disorder?
What is believed to be the basis of GAD?
What is believed to be the basis of GAD?
Which of the following is a commonly associated symptom of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?
Which of the following is a commonly associated symptom of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?
What screening tools do clinicians use to determine if individuals may have GAD?
What screening tools do clinicians use to determine if individuals may have GAD?
What is a potential basis of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) according to the text?
What is a potential basis of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) according to the text?
What is a common concern for individuals with GAD?
What is a common concern for individuals with GAD?
What must be consistent and ongoing for at least six months for a formal diagnosis of GAD?
What must be consistent and ongoing for at least six months for a formal diagnosis of GAD?
What is a common concern for individuals with GAD?
What is a common concern for individuals with GAD?
Which screening tools do clinicians use to determine if individuals may have GAD?
Which screening tools do clinicians use to determine if individuals may have GAD?
What is a potential basis of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) according to the text?
What is a potential basis of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) according to the text?
What must be consistent and ongoing for at least six months for a formal diagnosis of GAD?
What must be consistent and ongoing for at least six months for a formal diagnosis of GAD?
What is a symptom commonly associated with GAD?
What is a symptom commonly associated with GAD?
