NEUROSIS, OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE
\njuːɹˈə͡ʊsɪs], \njuːɹˈəʊsɪs], \n_j_uː_ɹ_ˈəʊ_s_ɪ_s]\
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An anxiety disorder characterized by recurrent, persistent obsessions or compulsions. Obsessions are the intrusive ideas, thoughts, or images that are experienced as senseless or repugnant. Compulsions are repetitive and seemingly purposeful behavior which the individual generally recognizes as senseless and from which the individual does not derive pleasure although it may provide a release from tension.
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