These files contain the behavioural data reported in Experiment 1 (B3.462 data for publication) and Experiment 2 (B3.470 data for publication) of Vousden et al. (2020). Rats were classified as sign-trackers or goal-trackers based on their performance on an autoshaping task. They were also trained on the Observing Response Task, which allows the measurement of OCD-like dysfunctional checking behaviour. In Experiment 1, the effects of manipulating the uncertainty of reinforcement and perceived threat on dysfunctional checking were assessed. In Experiment 2, the effects of actual threat (i.e. punishment) on dysfunctional checking were assessed.

Also included is another Excel file which contains further information on how to interpret the spreadsheets and more detailed methodological information.