Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Is Characterized by

question 137

Multiple Choice

Obsessive-compulsive disorder is characterized by

• A) a fear of being embarrassed in a public situation.
• B) repetitive,intrusive,and unwanted thoughts and repetitive behaviors.
• C) a persistent,irrational fear and avoidance of a specific object or situation.
• D) unpredictable,minutes-long episodes of dread.

Comprehend the role of sociocultural theories in cognitive development.

Grasp the core concepts of the ecological approach and its relevance to human development.

Differentiate between qualitative and quantitative research methods and their applications in psychological studies.

Identify the study of ethology and its importance in understanding adaptive behaviors.

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Definitions:

Deregulation

The process of reducing or eliminating government power in a particular industry, usually to create more competition within the industry.

Transactional Motive

relates to the need to hold cash for the purpose of conducting day-to-day transactions.

Precautionary Motive

The desire to hold cash or liquid assets to guard against unexpected events and emergencies, influencing how individuals and firms manage their finances.

Speculative Motive

The speculative motive is the desire to hold cash or other assets with the expectation of making a profit from fluctuations in their price or value.