An individual who feels the need to check and recheck repeatedly whether or not the stove was turned off is probably suffering from a(n)_____.
A) obsessive-compulsive disorder
B) phobia
C) generalized anxiety disorder
D) major depressive disorder
E) persistent memory loss

Question

An individual who feels the need to check and recheck repeatedly whether or not the stove was turned off is probably suffering from a(n)_____. 
A) ​obsessive-compulsive disorder 
B) ​phobia 
C) ​generalized anxiety disorder 
D) ​major depressive disorder 
E) ​persistent memory loss

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) involves recurrent and persistent thoughts, urges, or images (obsessions) that are intrusive and unwanted, and often cause anxiety or distress. This is usually followed by repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions) that are done to try and alleviate the anxiety caused by the obsessions. Checking behaviors, such as repeatedly checking whether the stove has been turned off, are common compulsions in people with OCD.

An Individual Who Feels the Need to Check and Recheck