Ativan, Valium, and Xanax are _______________ drugs

A) antipsychotic
B) antidepressant
C) antianxiety
D) mood stabilizing


Answer: C
Rationale: Xanax (alprazolam), Valium (diazepam), and Ativan (lorazepam) are all antianxiety drugs, which are prescribed to alleviate nervousness and tension, and to prevent and reduce panic attacks.

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