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A person who experiences intrusive, unwanted thoughts that cause distress, and engages in repetitive behaviors to alleviate that distress, is most likely exhibiting symptoms of which disorder?

A Bipolar Disorder
B Schizophrenia
C Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
D Specific Phobia

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is characterized by obsessions (recurrent, unwanted thoughts) and compulsions (repetitive behaviors performed to neutralize the anxiety caused by obsessions).

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