Sadie Is So Fearful of Being Overwhelmed by Anxiety That

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Multiple Choice

Sadie is so fearful of being overwhelmed by anxiety that she rarely steps outside her apartment.The thought of going shopping and getting lost in a crowd terrifies her,so she has her groceries delivered.Because of her fear,she earns her living as a freelance writer,working at home.Sadie's behavior is most characteristic of

• A) agoraphobia.
• B) generalized anxiety disorder.
• C) posttraumatic stress disorder.
• D) obsessive-compulsive disorder.

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