Sierra is constantly worried that everyone meets is full of germs, so she is constantly rushing off to wash her hands in order to reduce that anxiety. Sierra suffers from what psychological disorder?

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Sierra's behavior is characteristic of obsessive-compulsive disorder, which involves persistent, recurring thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) that are often performed to reduce anxiety or prevent negative outcomes. In this case, Sierra's obsession is with germs and her compulsion is to constantly wash her hands.

Sierra Is Constantly Worried That Everyone Meets Is Full of Germs