Obsessive Thoughts Typically ________ Anxiety and Compulsive Behaviors Typically ________

question 107

Multiple Choice

Obsessive thoughts typically ________ anxiety and compulsive behaviors typically ________ anxiety.

• A) increase;increase
• B) decrease;decrease
• C) increase;decrease
• D) decrease;increase

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Definitions:

Generalized Anxiety

A psychological disorder characterized by excessive, persistent, and often unrealistic worry about everyday things.

Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy

A form of psychotherapy founded by Albert Ellis that focuses on resolving emotional and behavioral problems by confronting irrational beliefs and changing thought patterns.

Traditional Hypnotherapy

A form of psychotherapy that uses guided relaxation, intense concentration, and focused attention to achieve a heightened state of awareness or trance.

Beauty Contest

A competition based primarily on the physical beauty of its contestants, often incorporating talent, personality, and question-and-answer sessions.