A Key Difference Between Generalized Anxiety Disorder and a Phobia

question 126

Multiple Choice

A key difference between generalized anxiety disorder and a phobia is that:

• A) a phobia is triggered by a specific object or situation.
• B) the anxiety associated with generalized anxiety disorder is significantly more intense.
• C) a phobia usually only includes the cognitive component of anxiety.
• D) a phobia is an Axis I disorder, while generalized anxiety disorder is an Axis II disorder.

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