The chief characteristic of generalized anxiety disorder is ________
a. excessive, uncontrollable anxiety or worry.
b. short-lived, but intense, feelings of spontaneous anxiety.
c. excessive fear of a particular situation.
d. repeated thoughts used to ward off anxious feelings.
Answer: a
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