Oscar feels that if he does not circle his car five times before he gets in it, he will have an accident. The feeling that he is going to have an accident represents a(n)

A) delusion.
B) compulsion.
C) hallucination.
D) obsession.

Answer: D) obsession.

Psychology

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A) usually have more "feminine" traits and believe that their efforts will result in success. B) are more certain than their male counterparts that they can overcome barriers to career success. C) are usually low in self-reliance but are more satisfied with their jobs than their male coworkers. D) usually have "masculine" traits, such as high achievement orientation and self-reliance.

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In which type of therapy do the clients assume responsibility for solving their own problems, while the therapist assists, but does not guide or give advice?

a. action b. nondirective c. directive d. somatic

Psychology