Repetitive, unwanted, intrusive cognitive events in the form of thoughts, images, or impulses that intrude suddenly into consciousness are called

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Repetitive, unwanted, intrusive cognitive events that intrude suddenly into consciousness are known as obsessions. Phobias and disorders do not describe this specific type of cognitive event. Compulsions refer to repetitive behaviors or mental acts that a person feels driven to perform in response to an obsession.

Repetitive, Unwanted, Intrusive Cognitive Events in the Form of Thoughts