Oscar Feels the Urge to Turn a Light Switch on and Off

question 5

Multiple Choice

Oscar feels the urge to turn a light switch on and off 12 times before leaving a room. This would be referred to as

• A)an irrational belief.
• B)generalized anxiety.
• C)an obsession.
• D)a compulsion.

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Definitions:

Early Memories

Recollections of events from the earliest part of one's life, which can significantly influence one’s personality and psychological development.

Depressed Persons

Individuals experiencing a prolonged period of sadness or despondency, often accompanied by other symptoms such as changes in sleep, appetite, and energy level.

Abandonment

A psychological feeling or condition whereby an individual experiences a sense of loss, emptiness, or desertion.

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