A.  Schizophrenia

B.   Autism Spectrum Disorder

C.   Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

D.  Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

E.   Passivity phenomena 

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The correct answer is C.

• This is a classic case of obsessive-compulsive disorder which includes obsessions such as the house being infected with germs and the compulsions to wash hands 20-30 times a day.

Why not D?

• The stem would usually include a traumatic experience which is not seen here.

Why E?

• This is used to diagnose schizophrenia. They are Delusions that thoughts, feelings or actions are influenced or controlled by external forces.

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