Andrew Washes His Hands 100 or More Times Each Day

question 189

Multiple Choice

Andrew washes his hands 100 or more times each day.The constant washing causes the skin on his hands to dry and crack,yet he continues to engage in this behavior.Andrew's behavior is an example of _____.

• A)an obsession
• B)agoraphobia
• C)a compulsion
• D)a negative symptom

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