The medications that are MOST effective in the long-term treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder and generalized anxiety disorder are:
a. SSRIs
b. benzodiazepines
c. beta-blockers
d. sedative-hypnotics
A
SSRIs are the most effective medication for treating long-term post-traumatic stress disorder and generalized anxiety disorder. In particular, post-traumatic stress disorder does not respond well to benzodiazepines. Also, the tendency for prolonged use of benzodiazepines to lead to dependency makes them a less favorable medication for treating long-term anxiety issues.
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