Which of the Following Is the Best Example of a Clinical

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best example of a clinical compulsion?

• A)Stan, who is unable to control his urge to gamble despite being near bankruptcy
• B)Brian, who cannot stop himself from drinking once he starts
• C)Rhonda, who eats continuously, even when she is not hungry
• D)Eleanor, who must wash her hands seven times before eating to prevent food poisoning

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Definitions:

Amnesia

A condition characterized by a partial or total loss of memory, often due to injury or disease affecting the brain.

Central Executive

A component of working memory model that oversees and regulates the flow of information, coordinating cognitive tasks such as attention, problem-solving, and planning.

Phonological Loop

A component of the working memory model that deals with auditory information, including the storage and manipulation of verbal and auditory data.

Visuospatial Sketchpad

A component of working memory model that allows individuals to temporarily hold and manipulate visual and spatial information.