Which is the BEST description of the "avoidance theory" of generalized anxiety disorder?
A) Worrying serves to reduce bodily arousal.
B) Worry interferes with our ability to cope with life.
C) Worrying keeps the focus on emotions, not cognitions.
D) Worrying is an uncontrollable part of life.

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Avoidance theory suggests that worrying helps individuals with generalized anxiety disorder to avoid experiencing intense bodily arousal by keeping their minds occupied with worry instead.

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