AP PSYCHOLOGY

ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR

INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGICAL DISORDERS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is an anxiety disorder?
A
Amnesia
B
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
C
Borderline personality disorder
D
Bipolar disorder
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, OCD, is an anxiety disorder and is characterized by recurrent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and/or repetitive behaviors (compulsions).

Detailed explanation-2: -There are several types of anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, specific phobias, agoraphobia, social anxiety disorder and separation anxiety disorder.

Detailed explanation-3: -Examples of compulsion signs and symptoms include: Hand-washing until your skin becomes raw. Checking doors repeatedly to make sure they’re locked. Checking the stove repeatedly to make sure it’s off.

Detailed explanation-4: -Examples of anxiety disorders include generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder (social phobia), specific phobias and separation anxiety disorder.

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