Claudette suffers from generalized anxiety disorder and sees a therapist twice weekly. While her therapy sessions do help relieve some of her anxiety, she still has much difficulty. Which type of psychoactive drug treatment would probably best help Claudette control her anxiety?

A. Neuroleptic drugs
B. Antidepressant drugs
C. Lithium
D. Tranquilizing drugs


Answer: D

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