The effectiveness of Valium (or benzodiazepines) in treating GAD supports the hypothesis that

a. a serotonin deficiency underlies GAD.
b. heightened autonomic arousal causes the anxiety of those with GAD.
c. a GABA deficiency underlies GAD.
d. anxiety increases noradrenergic activity.


c. a GABA deficiency underlies GAD.

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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