Sam Has Persistent and Distressing Thoughts of Germs; He Cannot

question 82

Multiple Choice

Sam has persistent and distressing thoughts of germs; he cannot eat without washing his hands three times before and three times after every meal. Although his hands are raw from the washings, he is overwhelmed with anxiety if he doesn't wash using this method. Sam's problems illustrate ____.

• A) posttraumatic stress disorder
• B) obsessive-compulsive disorder
• C) agoraphobia
• D) generalized anxiety disorder

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Definitions:

Anchoring

Anchoring is a cognitive bias in decision-making where an individual relies too heavily on an initial piece of information (the "anchor") to make subsequent judgments or estimates.

Affect-Infusion Model

A model suggesting that the mood or affective state of an individual can influence their cognitive processes and decision-making.

Moods Modify

The alteration of emotional states that can impact an individual's perception, judgement, and interpersonal interactions.

Congruent

In harmony or agreement; matching in character or kind.