every time your cousin lily comes to visit she has to ring the doorbell 10 times even if she sees you walking toward the door to answer which of the following mental disorder does this behavior describe? A schizophrenia B generalized anxiety disorder C obsessive compulsive disorder D depression

Answer 1

The behavior described, where your cousin Lily rings the doorbell 10 times even when she sees you coming to answer, is indicative of C. obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). OCD often involves compulsive behaviors, which are repetitive actions that a person feels driven to perform, often as a response to obsessive thoughts or to prevent a feared event. In this case, the repetitive ringing of the doorbell could reflect a compulsion.