Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Psychological Disorders

Question:

Hema was very particular about setting the objects like furniture, decorative pieces, utensils etc. in her house in a certain way. She would feel very disturbed and stressed if the objects were not placed in an orderly manner. She may be showing:

Options:

Separation Anxiety Disorder

Obsessive Compulsion Disorder

Somatic Symptom Disorder

Specific Phobias

Correct Answer:

Obsessive Compulsion Disorder

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → Obsessive Compulsion Disorder

Hema’s behavior of needing objects arranged in a specific order and feeling distressed if they are not reflects obsessions (persistent thoughts about order) and compulsions (repetitive acts to reduce distress), which are characteristic features of Obsessive Compulsion Disorder.

Other options:

  • Separation Anxiety Disorder involves excessive fear of separation from attachment figures.

  • Somatic Symptom Disorder involves excessive focus on physical symptoms.

  • Specific Phobias are intense fears of specific objects or situations.