Lynn is a "germaphobe" who is extremely worried about contamination.On average,she washes her hands over 100 times a day.As a result,her hands are cracked and bleeding,but she feels momentary relief from her contamination concerns when she washes them.It is likely that Lynn has:
A)panic disorder.
B)obsessive-compulsive disorder.
C)a specific phobia.
D)agoraphobia.

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Lynn's hand washing behavior is a classic symptom of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), which is characterized by recurrent and persistent thoughts or urges that lead to repetitive behaviors or mental acts aimed at reducing anxiety. Lynn's excessive hand washing is a compulsive behavior that briefly reduces her anxiety about contamination but ultimately leads to further distress and disruption of her daily life. Panic disorder (A), specific phobia (C), and agoraphobia (D) are not indicated by the given symptoms.

Lynn Is a "Germaphobe" Who Is Extremely Worried About Contamination