Which Physiological Measure Consistently Distinguishes Individuals with Generalized Anxiety Disorder

question 101

Multiple Choice

Which physiological measure consistently distinguishes individuals with generalized anxiety disorder from nonanxious normal subjects?

• A)increased heart rate
• B)decreased EEG beta activity
• C)increased muscle tension
• D)heightened autonomic arousal

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Definitions:

Cognitive Processes

Mental activities related to thinking, understanding, learning, and remembering.

Antecedent Event

An event or occurrence that precedes and potentially leads to or influences another event.

Stressors

Events or conditions that cause stress, challenging an individual's ability to cope, and potentially affecting mental and physical health.

Developmental Phenomena

Events or occurrences that are part of the growth or progress in human development, often studied in psychology and related fields.