Judith worries daily about whether her husband made it safely to work, how her children are getting on in school, what she should cook for dinner, if the family will be satisfied with the meal she prepares, and what she will do if her husband dies. Judith is sluggish most of the time and has trouble concentrating on positive things. What diagnosis does Judith likely meet criteria for?

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Judith's worry and anxiety are pervasive and not limited to one specific area or situation, which is characteristic of Generalized Anxiety Disorder. While it is possible that she could also have aspects of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder or Adjustment Disorder, the broad nature of her worry suggests a diagnosis of GAD is more likely. Insomnia is not mentioned as a prominent symptom in the scenario.

Judith Worries Daily About Whether Her Husband Made It Safely