Lately, Caroline has been plagued with the recurring thought that her mother has died. Even though she has called her mother several times each day, the minute she isn't focused on a specific task, the fear that her mother is dead nearly overwhelms her. Caroline is suffering from a(n) ________.

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Caroline is experiencing recurring thoughts (obsessions) that her mother has died, which are causing her significant distress and anxiety. These thoughts are not based on reality (delusions) and do not involve any repetitive behaviors (compulsions) or sensory experiences (hallucinations).

Lately, Caroline Has Been Plagued with the Recurring Thought That