Question

read the following scenario and answer the question that follows.
rachel has been suffering from tension headaches and insomnia for several months. rachel has been under pressure at her job and is also worried about her daughter starting high school in the fall even though her daughter has always been an excellent student.
rachel may be suffering from ____________.
○ unexpected panic disorder
○ agoraphobia phobic disorder
○ generalized anxiety disorder
○ obsessive - compulsive disorder

Explanation:

Generalized anxiety disorder involves excessive, persistent worry (like Rachel's job - related and daughter - related concerns) for months, along with physical symptoms (tension headaches, insomnia). Panic disorder has sudden panic attacks. Agoraphobia is fear of places hard to escape. Obsessive - compulsive disorder has obsessions and compulsions. Rachel's symptoms fit generalized anxiety disorder.

Answer:

generalized anxiety disorder