A Disorder in Which Intruding Thoughts That Occur Again and Again

question 6

Multiple Choice

A disorder in which intruding thoughts that occur again and again are followed by repetitive,ritualistic behavior or mental acts meant to lower the anxiety caused by the thoughts is called____________ disorder.

• A)obsessive-compulsive
• B)delusional
• C)posttraumatic stress
• D)passive-aggressive

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Definitions:

Five-Factor Model

A theory that describes personality using five broad dimensions: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.

Repression

A defense mechanism where undesirable thoughts, memories, or desires are unconsciously pushed out of conscious awareness.

Distinctiveness

The quality or characteristic of being easily distinguishable from others due to unique features or attributes.

Highly Incongruent

Refers to situations or stimuli that are vastly inconsistent or contrasting with expected norms or patterns.