Clara experiences persistent, intrusive thoughts that her hands are contaminated with deadly toxins that could harm her family. To cope with this distressing anxiety, she feels compelled to wash her hands exactly nine times in a specific sequence every time she touches a light switch. Her brother is concerned and suggests she see a mental health specialist.
Explain the difference between obsessions and compulsions. Refer to Clara in your answer.
Practise AQA A Level Psychology Characteristics of phobias, depression and OCD with exam-style questions for A Level Psychology. 46 questions, matched to the AQA A Level Psychology (7182) specification and written in Paper 1, Paper 2 and Paper 3 style. Every question includes a full worked solution and mark scheme, so you can see where marks are awarded rather than just whether you got the answer right.
