Paul's mother has OCD. What is the likelihood that he will be diagnosed with it too?
A)Extremely unlikely
B)More likely than if his mother didn't have OCD
C)No more or less likely than if his mother didn't have OCD
D)Highly likely - virtually guaranteed

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There is evidence to suggest that OCD runs in families and that relatives (especially first-degree relatives) of individuals with OCD are more likely to develop the disorder themselves compared to the general population. However, the exact likelihood depends on various factors such as the strength of the genetic component and environmental factors. Therefore, it is more likely that Paul will be diagnosed with OCD if his mother has the disorder compared to if she didn't have it.

Paul's Mother Has OCD