Question

A 32-year-old woman presents with chronic excessive worry about everyday events, muscle tension, and poor sleep for over 6 months. There is no major depressive episode. What is the recommended first-line treatment option?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive behavioural therapy with consideration of an SSRI

Answer

Long-term benzodiazepines alone

Answer

Antipsychotic medication

Answer

Electroconvulsive therapy

Answer

No treatment required

Practice question

A 32-year-old woman presents with chronic excessive worry about everyday events, muscle tension, and poor sleep for over 6 months. There is no major depressive episode. What is the recommended first-line treatment option?