A belief of many early cognitive-behavioral therapists, and one that continues to be influential today, is that generalized anxiety disorder is induced by:
A) maladaptive assumptions.
B) lack of empathy.
C) interpersonal loss.
D) overactive id impulses.

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Maladaptive assumptions are a core concept in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and are believed to contribute to generalized anxiety disorder. These assumptions involve negative beliefs about oneself, the world, or the future that are exaggerated and unrealistic, leading to anxiety.

A Belief of Many Early Cognitive-Behavioral Therapists, and One That