Overview of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
What does OCD stand for?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.
How is OCD diagnosed?
Through a comprehensive mental health assessment.
How can family and friends help someone with OCD?
By supporting and encouraging them.
Who can help you professionally with OCD?
A mental health professional, like a therapist or doctor.
How does OCD impact someone's daily life?
It can affect work, school and personal life
What are the two main components of OCD?
The two main components are obsessions and compulsions.
Who diagnoses OCD?
A mental health professional, such as a psychologist or psychiatrist.
Can you use therapy and medicine together?
Yes, it is called combination therapy.
Name one type of professional support for OCD.
Therapy or medication.
What part of life does OCD impact besides work and school?
Social life and personal relationships.
What is the definition of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?
OCD is a chronic mental disorder characterized by recurring, unwanted thoughts, urges, or images (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions) that a person feels driven to perform in response to those obsessions.
What are some examples of compulsions?
Cleaning too much, checking things, counting, or arranging items.
Can OCD be completely cured?
No, but it can be treated.
How can family and friends help someone with OCD?
By giving support and staying connected.
Can OCD affect relationships?
Yes, it can affect relationships, family and friends.
What are obsessions?
Unwanted thoughts or worries that keep coming back.
What do doctors look at during an OCD check-up?
Your health, your past, and your thoughts and behaviors.
What is TMS used for?
To help reduce OCD symptoms using magnets.
Why is support from other so important?
It helps you feel understood and less alone.
How can OCD affects someone's time?
People may spend a lot of time doing compulsive acts?
Why do people with OCD do compulsive acts?
To try to stop their stress or worry.
What does OCD make people feel?
It makes them feel anxious, worried, or scared.
Name a medicine used for OCD.
SSRIs (a type of antidepressant).
What is the benefit of joining a support group?
You can share experiences, get encouragement from others and relate eachother.
Why might someone with OCD avoid social events?
The might be afraid of judgment.