A client with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) states, "I have learned that the best thing I can do is to forget my worries." How would the nurse evaluate this statement?

Choice A reason: Forgetting worries is an avoidance strategy, not a healthy coping mechanism. The nurse should encourage verbalization of feelings to promote insight, emotional processing, and adaptive coping. Choice B reason: Developing insight involves recognizing triggers, patterns, and maladaptive responses. Forgetting worries does not demonstrate insight but avoidance. Choice C reason: Successful treatment is reflected in improved functioning and adaptive coping, not suppression of worries. Choice D reason: Coping skills involve constructive strategies such as relaxation, problem-solving, and emotional regulation. Forgetting worries does not reflect improved coping.