Which of the Following Is Likely to Be a Task

question 100

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is likely to be a task involved in an exposure and response prevention treatment for a cleaning compulsion?

• A) Going for days without a shower
• B) Staying away from garbage cans
• C) Constant cleaning to the point where it becomes aversive
• D) Both a and b are correct.

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Definitions:

Safety Behaviors

Actions taken to avoid perceived threats or reduce anxiety in situations, often part of the coping strategies in anxiety disorders.

Social Situations

Contexts where interactions among individuals occur, influenced by cultural norms and individual behaviors.

Anxiety

A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.

Major Depressive Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by persistent and intense feelings of sadness or despair and a lack of interest in activities, impacting daily functioning.