Abigail is suffering from a combination of chronic anxiety and depression, and these conditions cause her to experience many troublesome emotions. Which criterion of abnormal behavior most closely matches her symptoms?
A) significant personal distress
B) self-defeating behavior
C) unusual behavior
D) faulty perception of reality

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Abigail's symptoms match the criterion of significant personal distress as her chronic anxiety and depression cause her to experience troublesome emotions that negatively impact her well-being and quality of life.

Abigail Is Suffering from a Combination of Chronic Anxiety and Depression