Question

A 42-year-old woman presents with excessive worry about multiple life events, muscle tension and poor sleep for more than 6 months. She has no major depressive symptoms or substance misuse. What is the most appropriate first-line treatment?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive behavioural therapy

Answer

Long-term diazepam

Answer

Antipsychotic medication

Answer

No treatment is needed for worry alone

Answer

Electroconvulsive therapy

Practice question

A 42-year-old woman presents with excessive worry about multiple life events, muscle tension and poor sleep for more than 6 months. She has no major depressive symptoms or substance misuse. What is the most appropriate first-line treatment?