One Difference Between Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and a Phobia Is That

question 162

Multiple Choice

One difference between obsessive-compulsive disorder and a phobia is that a phobia typically involves a(n) _____ avoidance response, while obsessive-compulsive disorder involves a(n) _____ avoidance response.

• A) active; passive
• B) passive; active
• C) overt; covert
• D) overt

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Definitions:

Chronic Confusion

A long-term state of mental disarray where the affected individual has difficulty understanding their environment or making decisions.

Dementia

A category of brain diseases that cause a long-term and often gradual decrease in the ability to think and remember, affecting daily functioning.

Informed Consent

A process in which a patient voluntarily agrees to a proposed medical procedure, after understanding the benefits, risks, alternatives, and potential consequences.

Anticoagulant

Medications used to prevent blood clots from forming or growing larger in the blood vessels, often used to treat or reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases.