The frequency and severity of GAD increases with children's ______.
A) capacity for worry
B) need for reassurance
C) linguistic ability
D) social awareness

Question

The frequency and severity of GAD increases with children's ______.
A) capacity for worry
B) need for reassurance
C) linguistic ability
D) social awareness

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The capacity for worry refers to a child's ability to engage in anxious rumination and catastrophic thinking, which are key components of GAD. As a child's capacity for worry increases, so too does their likelihood of developing GAD or experiencing more severe symptoms.

The Frequency and Severity of GAD Increases with Children's ______