Diana is afraid to throw things away because she feels that she might need them in the future.Consequently,Diana compulsively collects and stores large quantities of old newspapers,broken crockery,and old clothes.In the context of OCD-related disorders,Diana's excessive acquisition of objects and her inability to discard them are typical characteristics of _____.

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Diana's excessive acquisition of objects and her inability to discard them are typical characteristics of hoarding disorder, one of the OCD-related disorders. Trichotillomania involves the recurrent pulling out of one's hair, while excoriation involves recurrent skin picking. Body dysmorphic disorder involves a preoccupation with perceived defects or flaws in one's appearance. None of these disorders involve excessive acquisition and inability to discard objects.

Diana Is Afraid to Throw Things Away Because She Feels