Anxiety Disorder Case Study

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Anxiety Disorders Clinician ruled this out due to symptoms better explained by another diagnosis. Gabie’s obsessive thoughts are intrusive and not about real-life concerns, such as “the faucet dripping will overflow and harm a roommate.” Gabie has not reported any panic attacks. Major Depressive Disorder Gabie has been previously diagnosed with MDD by a previous psychiatrist and meets criteria in DSM-V for MDD. Therefore, MDD is not ruled out and would be co-morbid with a possible OCD diagnosis. Bipolar Disorder Clinician ruled this out, since Gabie has not reported a manic episode. Depressive symptoms better fit major depressive disorder. Other Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders Clinician ruled this out since Gabie’s compulsions

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