In Terms of Cognitive Theories That Explain Generalized Anxiety Disorder,which

question 52

Multiple Choice

In terms of cognitive theories that explain generalized anxiety disorder,which of these theories has a good deal of research support?

• A) only metacognitive theory
• B) only intolerance of uncertainty theory
• C) neither metacognitive theory nor intolerance of uncertainty theory
• D) both metacognitive theory and intolerance of uncertainty theory

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Definitions:

Cerebral Asymmetry

Higher levels of brain activity in one cerebral hemisphere than the other.

Hemisphere Activity

involves the functions or processes occurring in the left and right hemispheres of the brain, which have different roles in control, emotion, and cognitive tasks.

Temperament Patterns

Inherited personality traits that appear early in life, influencing behaviors, emotions, and how individuals interact with their environment.

Intelligence

The capacity for learning, understanding, and applying knowledge, as well as the ability to reason, plan, solve problems, think abstractly, comprehend complex ideas, learn quickly, and learn from experience.