Question

A 19-year-old university student presents with a 3-month history of excessive worry about academic performance, muscle tension and insomnia. He has no panic attacks or depressive symptoms. Physical examination is normal. What is the most appropriate initial management?

Accepted Answer

Psychoeducation and cognitive behavioural therapy

Answer

Long-term benzodiazepine therapy

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Tricyclic antidepressant

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Antipsychotic medication

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Electroconvulsive therapy

Practice question

A 19-year-old university student presents with a 3-month history of excessive worry about academic performance, muscle tension and insomnia. He has no panic attacks or depressive symptoms. Physical examination is normal. What is the most appropriate initial management?