Thirty-Year-Old Armand Feels Compelled to Save Objects That Others Might

question 31

Multiple Choice

Thirty-year-old Armand feels compelled to save objects that others might throw away.He is afraid that he will discard something he later will need,so his home is filled with old newspapers,empty boxes,worn-out clothing,antiquated computer equipment,and even the seeds from the fruits and vegetables he has eaten.Armand's neighbours have complained to the homeowners' association,because he has been forced to store some things outside his home.He is embarrassed by his need to hoard objects but is overcome by dread if he tries to throw things away.Based on this information,Armand may have

• A) obsessive-compulsive disorder.
• B) bipolar disorder.
• C) learned helplessness.
• D) schizophrenia.

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