General Knowledge
What TCSC stands for
What is Texas Child Study Center
This is the feeling you get when you are really worried about something, even if it has not happened or is not dangerous.
What is anxiety
What OCD stands for
What is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
This technique is often used to help with anxiety and it requires slow breaths to calm the body and mind
What is deep breathing
A popular gluten-free option at Trader Joe’s, this crunchy snack is made from popped corn and flavored with cheese.
What are popcorn chips?
This is the name of the clinician you are working with at TCSC
When someone is feeling anxious, this body part might beat faster than usual
What is heart
What is compulsion(s)
This is the gold standard approach for anxiety and OCD where the therapist helps the client slowly face their fears in small steps
Exposure
These gluten-free treats are shaped like a famous knot and come salted or unsalted at Trader Joe’s.
What are gluten-free pretzels?
This is the name of my supervisor.
Dr. Heckler
These are things that make someone feel worried or nervous, even if they are not dangerous.
What are triggers
This part of OCD sometimes makes people have unwanted thoughts that won't go away.
What is obsession(s)
What CBT stands for
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Trader Joe’s sells this gluten-free version of a sweet breakfast pastry.
What are gluten-free muffins?
This is the hospital where TCSC is located.
Anxiety's best friend is ______. Hint: think about what someone would do if they think they are in danger.
Avoidance/Escape
True or False: The OCD cycle is a cycle of doing a compulsion to make themselves feel better for a little while, but the anxiety still returns.
True
You can find a gluten-free crust option for this popular comfort food topped with sauce, cheese, and your favorite toppings.
What is gluten-free pizza?
This the name of the therapy approach typically used in the TCSC clinic
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
True or False: If someone faces something that triggers their anxiety, like touching something dirty, and stay calm, their anxiety gets smaller
True
True or False: If someone always listens to their anxious thoughts or OCD, their thoughts lessen.
False; The thoughts get stronger
List 3 ways exposures help with OCD.
1. reduces anxiety over time
2. can reduce compulsion cycle
3. builds confidence
These frozen gluten-free desserts are fruity, creamy, and come in flavors like strawberry and mango.
What are gluten-free fruit bars?/popsicles?