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

Question

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

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Generalized anxiety disorder is characterized by persistent and excessive anxiety and worry about a variety of different topics or events. This worry is difficult to control and occurs on more days than not for at least six months. Panic disorder is characterized by recurrent and unexpected panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder involves intrusive and repetitive thoughts or behaviors, and phobic disorder involves a persistent and irrational fear of a specific object or situation.

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