A 48-year-old man with generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) has persistent worry, muscle tension and insomnia for over 6 months. There is significant fu...

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A 48-year-old man with generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) has persistent worry, muscle tension and insomnia for over 6 months. There is significant functional impairment. According to NICE guidance, what is usually the first-line treatment?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) or other high-intensity psychological therapy

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High-dose benzodiazepines

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Antipsychotic medication

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Long-term beta-blocker therapy alone

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No treatment, as symptoms are common

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Generalised anxiety disorder

A 48-year-old man with generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) has persistent worry, muscle tension and insomnia for over 6 months. There is significant functional impairment. According to NICE guidance, what is usually the first-line treatment?