What Is a Major Drawback When Using Benzodiazepines to Treat

question 77

Multiple Choice

What is a major drawback when using benzodiazepines to treat phobias?

• A) Symptoms often recur when the patient stops taking the medication.
• B) Drugs don't work for a large percentage of patients with anxiety disorders.
• C) Medications cannot be individualized for each patient.
• D) Most medications are too expensive to be taken on a regular basis.

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