Brad has been in a state of incessant worry for almost half a year now.He has trouble sleeping and breathing.Dr.Simons,a psychiatrist,asks Brad detailed questions about his symptoms and medical history.Brad tells Dr.Simons that he cannot stop worrying and is constantly nervous.Brad also complains of muscular tension and stomach problems.After conducting a quick examination of Brad's symptoms,Dr.Simons discovers that Brad's incessant worry does not have a particular cause,and it has taken a physical toll on Brad's health.Which of the following disorders is Dr.Simons most likely to diagnose Brad with?

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Brad exhibits symptoms of excessive and persistent worry, muscular tension, and stomach problems that have taken a physical toll on his health. These symptoms are consistent with a diagnosis of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), which is characterized by chronic anxiety and excessive worry about everyday events or activities, without a specific cause or trigger. Other disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder are marked by different symptoms that are not present in Brad's case.

Brad Has Been in a State of Incessant Worry for Almost