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Generalized anxiety disorder — ABFM Board MCQ

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A 41-year-old woman has excessive worry about work, finances, and family most days for 8 months. She has muscle tension, poor sleep, and difficulty concentrating. TSH is normal. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

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Correct answer: B — Generalized anxiety disorder

Excessive difficult-to-control worry across domains for more than 6 months with somatic symptoms suggests generalized anxiety disorder.

Reference: American Family Physician clinical reviews and AAFP guidance: https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp.html