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question 138

Multiple Choice

Pat finds herself worrying about most things in her life,from whether her children are safe drivers to making the right decision on refinancing her home,what to fix for dinner,and whether her husband is faithful.Pat's worrying has begun to interfere with her sleep.Pat MOST likely has:

• A)dysthymia.
• B)obsessive-compulsive disorder.
• C)generalized anxiety disorder.
• D)panic disorder.

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