Elliot constantly worries about his health, his finances, his job security, and the stability of his marriage. Often, his worries keep him awake at night, causing him to be so fatigued at work that he cannot perform his duties adequately. His wife is becoming frustrated with him, since he is so preoccupied with his worries that he is unable to do the dinner dishes when it is his turn. Elliot's problem might be diagnosed as

a. panic disorder.
b. generalized anxiety disorder.
c. simple phobia.
d. obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Answer: b. generalized anxiety disorder.

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