Which of the Following Is Characteristic of Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder

question 85

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is characteristic of obsessive-compulsive personality disorder?

• A)Filled with fears that things were not done right
• B)Bothered by recurring, uncontrollable thoughts
• C)Engages in elaborate, senseless rituals
• D)Preoccupied with details, rules, and schedules

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Definitions:

Anxious

Feeling anxious or apprehensive, typically regarding a forthcoming event or a situation with an unknown result.

Neuroticism

A personality trait characterized by a tendency to experience negative emotions such as anxiety, anger, or depression more frequently and intensely than others.

Openness to Experience

A personality trait typified by a willingness to try new things, creativity, curiosity, and an appreciation for art and beauty.

Big Five Traits

A psychological framework that characterizes human personality via five wide-ranging traits: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.