Question

A)
A doctor writes a prescription for a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). The patient MOSTlikely has what condition?
(1 point)
depression
generalized anxiety disorder
schizophrenia
borderline personality disorder
A)
A patient who is undergoing exposure therapy MOST likely has what diagnosis?
(1 point)
bipolar disorder
generalized anxiety disorder
post-traumatic stress disorder
borderline personality disorder

Answer 1

1) Depression — SSRIs are most commonly prescribed for major depressive disorder.
2) Post-traumatic stress disorder — exposure-based therapies (e.g., prolonged exposure) are a primary treatment for PTSD.