Each day, while Sid is sitting at his desk at work, he continually thinks about germs. Each time this occurs, he washes his hands. Sid probably suffers from ________.
A) agoraphobia
B) panic disorder
C) generalized anxiety disorder
D) obsessive-compulsive disorder

Question

Each day, while Sid is sitting at his desk at work, he continually thinks about germs. Each time this occurs, he washes his hands. Sid probably suffers from ________.
A) agoraphobia
B) panic disorder
C) generalized anxiety disorder 
D) obsessive-compulsive disorder

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The described behavior of repeatedly washing hands is a classic symptom of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). The fact that Sid is specifically preoccupied with germs also supports this diagnosis. Agoraphobia, panic disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder typically involve different symptoms and behaviors.

Each Day, While Sid Is Sitting at His Desk at Work