Which disorder involves an extreme preoccupation with certain thoughts and the irrational performance of certain behaviors in order to control or block the anxiety caused by these thoughts?
A)factitious disorder
B)obsessive-compulsive disorder
C)conversion disorder
D)delusional disorder

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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is characterized by the presence of obsessions (intrusive, unwanted thoughts that trigger anxiety) and compulsions (repetitive behaviors or mental acts that an individual feels driven to perform in response to an obsession or according to rules that must be applied rigidly) aimed at reducing the anxiety caused by these thoughts.

Which Disorder Involves an Extreme Preoccupation with Certain Thoughts and the Irrational