Antianxiety agents are helpful for short-term anxiety and for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Which of the following statements is true about antianxiety agents?
A) BuSpar is highly habit-forming and should be tapered slowly.
B) Benzodiazepines also work on dopaminergic receptors and can cause EPS.
C) Larger doses of antianxiety medications may be used to promote sleep.
D) Anxiety disorders do not respond well to medications and are best controlled through psychotherapy.
Ans: C
BuSpar is not habit-forming, benzodiazepines do not work on dopamine receptors, and anxiety disorders have been found to respond well to medications. Thus, option C is the correct answer.
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