Repeated Checking — Repeated checking involves returning to the same information or account without a new practical reason. The activity repeatedly directs attention toward uncertainty while adding little useful knowledge. Its function differs from scheduled monitoring that addresses a defined responsibility. — Behavioral Patterns

Added October 12, 2026

Repeated checking — Repeated checking involves reviewing the same material or seeking the same confirmation again without a new reason. Examples include reopening messages or repeatedly asking identical questions. The pattern warrants examination when it increases distress without producing information needed for the next action. — Checking Patterns

Added October 17, 2026