AP PSYCHOLOGY

ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR

ANXIETY DISORDERS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Despite his fear of germs, Howard Hughes neglected his own hygiene despite having those around him follow strict cleanliness practices. Hughes had these odd behaviors because ____
A
he believed he was unable to escape any infection
B
he developed obsessive-compulsive disorder at an old age
C
he thought he would be contaminated from the outside
D
his paralysis at a young age prevented him from being self-sufficient
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -It is an example of obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Detailed explanation-2: -About agoraphobia Agoraphobia is a type of anxiety disorder. A person with agoraphobia is afraid to leave environments they know or consider to be safe. In severe cases, a person with agoraphobia considers their home to be the only safe environment. They may avoid leaving their home for days, months or even years.

Detailed explanation-3: -Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, OCD, is an anxiety disorder and is characterized by recurrent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and/or repetitive behaviors (compulsions).

Detailed explanation-4: -Agoraphobia is a fear of being in situations where escape might be difficult or that help wouldn’t be available if things go wrong. Many people assume agoraphobia is simply a fear of open spaces, but it’s actually a more complex condition.

Detailed explanation-5: -When you develop a phobia, classical condition can often explain it. For example, if you have a panic attack in a certain place-like an elevator-you may begin to associate elevators with panic and begin avoiding or fearing all elevator rides. Experiencing a negative stimulus can affect your response.

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