According to DSM-5, an adult with generalised anxiety disorder must show at least three of six associated symptoms. How many of these associated symptoms are required in CHILDREN?
- A Two
- B One ✓
- C Three
- D Four
Correct answer: B. One
Explanation
DSM-5 requires only one associated physical or cognitive symptom in children and adolescents compared with three in adults, reflecting the observation that somatic manifestations are less consistently expressed in younger patients. The six adult symptoms are restlessness, fatigability, impaired concentration, irritability, muscle tension, and sleep disturbance. Requiring three in a child would be the adult rule and is the trap this item tests.
Reference: Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, DSM-5, 5th ed.
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