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Free-Floating Anxiety in GAD
The diffuse and pervasive worrying characteristic of Generalized Anxiety Disorder was described by Sigmund Freud as 'free-floating anxiety.' This term highlights that the apprehension is not connected to a specific threat or situation but is instead a general and persistent state of concern that attaches to various aspects of everyday life.
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For the past year, an individual has felt a constant sense of dread. One day they are consumed with worry that they might lose their job, the next they are convinced a minor headache is a sign of a serious illness, and later they fret for hours about being late for a non-critical appointment. They cannot identify a single, specific source for their apprehension, describing it as a persistent 'hum' of worry in the background of their life. Which of the following best describes this pattern of apprehension?
A therapist is working with several clients who experience significant worry. Which of the following client descriptions best illustrates the concept of 'free-floating anxiety'?