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Generalized anxiety disorder — USMLE Step 3 MCQ

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ModeratePsychiatry (outpatient management)Generalized anxiety disorderUSMLE Step 3

A 36-year-old woman has 8 months of excessive worry about work, finances, and family health. She has muscle tension, poor sleep, and difficulty concentrating. Thyroid tests are normal. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

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Correct answer: B — Generalized anxiety disorder

Persistent excessive worry across multiple domains with somatic tension and impairment suggests generalized anxiety disorder.

Reference: APA practice guidance for depressive, anxiety, bipolar, and substance-use disorders