General
What does OCD stand for?
OCD stands for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.
How is OCD learned?
You could learn OCD by watching family members.
How does OCD impact their life?
OCD takes up a lot of time, reducing your quality of life and taking time away from responsibilities.
What are the 2 main symptoms of OCD?
The two main symptoms are obsessions and compulsions.
Does being a perfectionist mean you have OCD?
No, it does not.
What is OCD?
OCD is a feature of unwanted thoughts and fears known as obsessions, which can lead to rituals to prevent these fears known as compulsions.
What is the main cause of OCD?
There is no exact known cause for OCD, but scientists have many theories.
People with OCD may repeat behaviors for how long everyday?
People with OCD could repeat behaviors for over an hour everyday.
When do symptoms usually get worse?
They usually get worse under times of stress, like times of transition and change.
What are the two aspects of OCD?
Two aspects of OCD are Obsessions and Compulsions.
Is there a treatment for OCD?
Yes, you can get medications for OCD.
What are the 3 main theoretical causes of OCD
The three main theories are Biology, Genetics, or Learning
How does OCD impact relationships with other people?
OCD could lead to you isolating yourself, trying to avoid social interactions that might trigger your OCD, and making someone else participate in your rituals, which creates strain on your relationships.
What actions are commonly associated with OCD?
Actions like hand-washing, checking things repeatedly, and counting are often associated with OCD.
Do people with OCD know they are being irrational?
Yes, people with OCD know they are being irrational.
When does OCD usually begin?
OCD usually begins in your teen or young-adult years.
Why do people with OCD feel the need to do Compulsions and obsessions.
People with OCD do these to help ease stress and/or get rid of unwanted thought or urges.
What are some mental and emotional impacts of OCD?
OCD could lead to depression, anxiety, feelings of guilt, and suicidal thoughts.
Name 3 common compulsion themes.
Cleaning, checking, counting, ordering, following a strict routine, and demanding reassurance.
What chemical, when low, in the brain is associated with OCD?
Ocd is associated with low levels of serotonin.
How common is OCD?
It is the 4th most common illness
How is OCD different from normal anxiety?
OCD has specific, unwanted, and intrusive obsessions, which cause compulsions.
What are three factors that raise the risk of getting OCD.
Three factors that raise the risk are family history, stressful life events, and other mental health disorders.
Name 3 common obsession themes.
Fear of contamination, doubting, needing order, aggressive thoughts about losing control, Unwanted thoughts.
Name two treatments that an help with OCD.
Treatments that help are medications,behavioral therapy, electroconvulsive therapy, or surgery.