Manpreet experiences high levels of anxiety about exposure to germs. As a result, he typically washes his hands more than 100 times a day. What is the clinical term for this behavior?

a. an obsession
b. a compulsion
c. a delusion
d. a misattribution

Answer: b. a compulsion

Psychology

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Rational-emotive behavior therapy (REBT) was developed by

a. Albert Ellis. b. Albert Bandura. c. Victor Frankl. d. Joseph Wolpe.

Psychology

Every test aims to measure an underlying concept, which derives from a theory. If it does, it is said to have _____________ validity

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Psychology