George is suffering from obsessive-compulsive disorder. If he tries to stop his obsessive thoughts or compulsive behaviors he is likely to experience ________.
A) amnesia
B) severe anxiety
C) psychosomatic illnesses
D) tremendous guilt

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People with obsessive-compulsive disorder often experience severe anxiety when they try to resist their obsessive thoughts or compulsions. This anxiety can be so intense that they may feel like they must give in to their compulsions to alleviate it. This creates a cycle where their disorder becomes reinforced and harder to overcome.

George Is Suffering from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder