Asked by keshav pokhrel on Apr 28, 2024
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Ryan, a psychiatrist, has recommended that his patient, who suffers from generalized anxiety, stop the use of antianxiety drugs. After two weeks, the patient complains that her anxiety symptoms have become worse. Ryan tells the patient that her feelings are an expected response to stopping antianxiety medication. What is the patient experiencing?
A) addiction
B) rebound anxiety
C) tolerance
D) illness anxiety disorder
Rebound Anxiety
Anxiety that can occur when one discontinues use of a tranquilizer.
Antianxiety Drugs
Medications designed to reduce symptoms of anxiety by affecting the chemistry of the brain.
Generalized Anxiety
A psychological disorder characterized by excessive, persistent, and often unrealistic worry about everyday things.
- Identify and explain the concept of rebound anxiety and its implications.
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Zybrea KnightMay 04, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The patient is experiencing rebound anxiety, which is a common withdrawal symptom after stopping antianxiety medication. This is not addiction, tolerance, or illness anxiety disorder.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and explain the concept of rebound anxiety and its implications.