Alice has received the diagnosis of obsessive-compulsive disorder. She believes that this diagnosis means she is psychotic. What can her psychologist tell her concerning her belief that people with this disorder may be psychotic?

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People with obsessive-compulsive disorder are not typically psychotic, meaning they do not experience delusions or hallucinations. They are aware that their thoughts and behaviors are irrational and do not necessarily pose a threat to others.

Alice Has Received the Diagnosis of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder