David washes his hands excessively, even when he has not touched anything that belongs to another person or because his hands are dirty. Ellen checks that all burners on the stove are turned off at least five times before she goes to bed, whenever she is ready to leave the house, and when she first wakes up in the morning. David's behavior BEST illustrates a(n) _____ and Ellen's behavior BEST illustrates a(n) _____.

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David's behavior of excessive hand washing is a compulsion, as it involves repetitive actions to reduce anxiety. Ellen's behavior of repeatedly checking the stove is also a compulsion, as it involves repetitive checking to relieve anxiety.

David Washes His Hands Excessively, Even When He Has Not