When Would Religious Rituals and Superstitious Behavior (Such as Not

question 169

Multiple Choice

When would religious rituals and superstitious behavior (such as not stepping on cracks) be considered compulsive behaviors?

• A) when done to provide comfort and reduce tension
• B) when done more than once a day
• C) when they interfere with daily function and cause distress
• D) never

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