Anxiety & Personality Disorders · NEET PG Preparation Psychiatry
A 28-year-old software engineer presents to the outpatient psychiatry department complaining of excessive, uncontrollable worry about his job perform…
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A 28-year-old software engineer presents to the outpatient psychiatry department complaining of excessive, uncontrollable worry about his job performance, finances, and health that has persisted for the past 9 months. He reports feeling constantly restless, easily fatigued, irritable, and has difficulty falling asleep due to a racing mind. He does not experience discrete panic attacks or specific phobias. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?
- A.Panic Disorder
- B.Generalized Anxiety DisorderCorrect answer
- C.Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- D.Social Anxiety Disorder
Solution
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is characterized by excessive and persistent worry about multiple domains lasting for at least 6 months, accompanied by at least three somatic symptoms such as restlessness, fatigue, irritability, muscle tension, or sleep disturbance.
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