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obsessive behavior

obsessive behavior Obsessive behavior refers to a persistent, unwanted idea or urge.

Obsessive behavior refers to a persistent, unwanted idea or urge. It may be considered within normal limits if it does not significantly disrupt thinking or emotional adjustment.

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Drafting source: U.S. National Library of Medicine. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), 2026 descriptor edition. “Obsessive Behavior” (D009770).
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