The Avoidance Theory of Generalized Anxiety Disorder Suggests That Worrying

question 119

Multiple Choice

The avoidance theory of generalized anxiety disorder suggests that worrying:

• A) serves to reduce bodily arousal.
• B) interferes with our ability to cope with life.
• C) keeps the focus on emotions, not cognitions.
• D) is an uncontrollable part of life.

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Definitions:

Systematic Risk

Systematic risk refers to the risk inherent to the entire market or market segment, often influenced by factors like economic, political, and social changes.

Beta

A measure of the volatility or systematic risk of a security or a portfolio compared to the market as a whole.

Unsystematic Risk

The risk associated with a specific company or industry, which can be mitigated through diversification.

Systematic Risk

The risk inherent to the entire market or market segment, which cannot be eliminated through diversification.