Question

Huynh washes his hands 100 or more times each day. The constant washing causes the skin on his hands to dry and crack, yet he continues to engage in this behavior. Huynh’s behavior is an example of ____________.
a. an obsessionb. agoraphobiac. a compulsiond. a negative symptom

Answer 1

Answer:

c. compulsion            

Explanation:

Compulsion: The term compulsion has been a part of anxiety disorders i.e, a mental disorder. It refers to the repetitive behavior performed by an individual to avoid or ignore distressing situations or events.

Example: Washing hands repetitively, checking the locked door again and again, etc.

Treatment: Psychotherapy, such as CBT or cognitive behavioral therapy and exposure therapy.

In the question above, Huynh’s behavior is an example of compulsion.