There Is Some Research That Suggests That the Development of Obsessive-Compulsive

question 118

Multiple Choice

There is some research that suggests that the development of obsessive-compulsive disorder and Tourette's syndrome share the same biological root. This is due to the fact that there appears to be an increased incidence in these mental illnesses after a child experiences an infection caused by ________ bacteria.

• A)staphylococcal
• B)polynucleocal
• C)streptococcal
• D)mononucleocal

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Definitions:

Evaluation Apprehension

Anxiety or fear about being judged, evaluated, or perceived negatively by others.

Group Behavior

The behaviors and norms that are exhibited by individuals when they are in groups, influenced by the presence and actions of others.

Cognitive Appraisal

The process of evaluating a situation in relation to one's personal well-being, influencing one's emotional and psychological response.

Social-Cognitive Theorists

Researchers who explore how people learn through observing others, focusing on the processes of attention, memory, and motivation.