Serena Is an Constant State of Worry; for Example, She

question 20

Multiple Choice

Serena is an constant state of worry; for example, she wonders if every cold symptom that might arise is a sign of a terminal illness. Her constant state of worry causes her to feel exhausted at night. What is Serena most likely suffering from?

• A) obsessive -compulsive disorder
• B) generalized anxiety disorder
• C) post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• D) panic disorder

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