What Is the Relationship Between Age and Anxiety in the Elderly

question 14

Multiple Choice

What is the relationship between age and anxiety in the elderly?

• A) As age increases, the rate of anxiety disorders increases.
• B) As age increases, the rate of anxiety disorders decreases.
• C) As age increases, the rate of anxiety disorders increases and then decreases.
• D) There is no relationship between age and anxiety disorders.

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