Thoughts about whether one has performed some action,such as locking the door or about committing immoral acts are common examples of
A) obsessions.
B) phobias.
C) compulsions.
D) fantasies.

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Thoughts regarding whether one has performed an action or not are often intrusive and uncontrollable, which is the hallmark of obsessions. Additionally, these thoughts often create anxiety or distress, which can lead to the development of compulsions (repetitive behaviors or mental acts designed to alleviate anxiety) as a coping mechanism. Phobias are irrational fears of a particular object or situation, and fantasies are typically pleasurable or desirable thoughts that a person deliberately engages in.

Thoughts About Whether One Has Performed Some Action,such as Locking