Sixty-nine-year old Elsa experiences extreme anxiety as she prepares dinner for her and her husband after she returns home from work each evening, and cannot figure out the cause. What is Elsa most likely experiencing?

A. depression
B. phobic disorder
C. generalized anxiety disorder
D. panic disorder


Answer: D

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