I know I am not going to do such a thing, but the thought keeps moving through my mindDid I remember to get dressed?" Karen recognizes her thought as unrealistic, but she stops at each restroom to check in the mirror. She checks again when she passes a window in which she can see her reflection. Karen is experiencing symptoms of a/an _______________. 


A. compulsion

B. obsession

C. phobia

D. panic attack
i say B

I agree.

Seems like she has both B (thoughts) and A (actions).

http://drdavespsychologypage.intuitwebsites.com/Compulsions.pdf

You are correct. Karen's behavior of repeatedly checking her reflection is indicative of an obsession. Obsessions are intrusive and unwanted thoughts, images, or impulses that cause distress to an individual. In this case, Karen's persistent thought of not remembering to get dressed is causing her distress, even though she recognizes it as unrealistic. Her action of repeatedly checking her reflection is a compulsive behavior, which is often associated with obsessions. Therefore, the correct answer is B. obsession.