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    A(n)_____ Is an Unwanted, Intrusive, and Often Unpleasant Thought That
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A(n)_____ Is an Unwanted, Intrusive, and Often Unpleasant Thought That

Question 39

Question 39

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A(n) _____ is an unwanted, intrusive, and often unpleasant thought that causes an increase in anxiety.


A) compulsion
B) delusion
C) obsession
D) panic attack

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