The process of reinforcement leads those with obsessive-compulsive disorder to frequently repeat their compulsive behaviors.This is an example of

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The process of reinforcement (a fundamental principle of conditioning) strengthens the association between a behavior and its consequences. In the case of obsessive-compulsive disorder, the individual may perform a compulsive behavior (such as washing their hands) in response to anxiety, and if that behavior reduces anxiety in the short-term, it reinforces the association between the behavior and the reduction of anxiety, making it more likely the behavior will be repeated in the future.

The Process of Reinforcement Leads Those with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder to Frequently