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Twenty-six-yeаr-оld Cindy-Lоu is very cоncerned аbout cleаnliness and hygiene. She spends a significant amount of time each day washing her hands or showering, especially after she touches a toilet seat, doorknob, or any other item she thinks may be dirty or contaminated. She explains she is concerned about becoming infected or sick from touching these objects. Cindy-Lou acknowledges that her fears are exaggerated, though they feel overwhelming in the moment, and she explains that she becomes very anxious when she tries to avoid washing and eventually feels compelled to wash even more to make up for the omission. Lately, she is feeling so anxious that life has become almost “unmanageable.” And the likely diagnosis is…