Asked by Amber Gilliam on Feb 29, 2024

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Individuals with obsessive-compulsive disorder enjoy rituals, such as checking the oven and the locks three times, before sleeping.

Obsessive-compulsive Disorder

A disorder characterized by unwanted repetitive thoughts (obsessions) and/or actions (compulsions).

Rituals

Established sequences of actions or behaviors, often symbolic in nature, performed in accordance with social, cultural, or religious practices.

  • Understand the characteristics and symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
  • Distinguish between myths and facts regarding the enjoyment of rituals in OCD.
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Arcola Johnson-GriffithFeb 29, 2024
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False
Explanation :
Individuals with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) perform rituals like checking locks or the oven multiple times not because they enjoy them, but because they feel compelled to do so to alleviate intense anxiety or to prevent something bad from happening, according to their beliefs.