Question: A 36-year-old married mother of two presents for psychiatric treatment, stating, "My rituals are taking over my life." She reports being afraid that she or her sons will die if activities are not carried out in the "proper way." For her, this means repeating all household tasks three times. In addition, certain chants must be repeated numerous times throughout the day in order to keep her children safe. Certain items, such as old clothing or towels are not discarded for fear that "something terrible will happen." She states that these rituals have consumed all of her time, such that she is no longer able to work or socialize. Which one of the following medications would be the most effective choice to treat this patient? Need Assignment Help? Question Answer a. Neuroleptics b. Amitriptyline c. Alprazolam d. Clonazepam e. Clomipramine