chapter 20

Question 1

obsessive- compulsive and related disorder
these following flashcards will be on blackboard and study guide notes

Question 2

notes

most of us experience times when we are preoccupied with specific thoughts or ideas

many also find that routines or rituals are important in organizing our work and home life

when these preoccupations and rituals interfere with daily life, they become abnormal and may represent symptoms fo a mental disorder

Question 3

what are the two terms that fall under OCD?

Answer 3

obsessions
compulsions

Question 4

what does obsession means?

Answer 4

excessive, intrusive or unwanted thoughts, impulses or images causing anxiety and distress

Question 5

what does compulsions mean?

Answer 5

actions to relieve anxiety ; these are repetitive behaviors performed in a ritualistic manner

Question 6

what are the 3 things we must worry when we are talking about compulsions ?

Answer 6

• people perform it to help relieve anxiety temporality
• dont interrupt cause it causes safety issues for patient and you
• interrupting compulsive behavior increases anxiety

Question 7

to help remember the difference between obsessions and compulsions

just remember
obsessions are your ____
compulsions are your ____

Answer 7

thoughts
actions

Question 8

what is the diagnostic criteria behind ocd?

Answer 8

severe disturbances in daily routines, relationships, or occupation function ; time consuming and clearly exceed cultural or religious norms

Question 9

what are the 4 disorders we are going to talk about when talking about ocd?

Answer 9

OCD
body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)

hoarding disorder
trichotillomania excoriation disorder

Question 10

what is ocd?

Answer 10

obsession, complussions or both

Question 11

what is body dysmorphic disorder? (bdd)

Answer 11

excessive focus on slight or imagined defects in appearance

Question 12

typically patients with BDD will seek treatment out to ____
however this sadly does what?

Answer 12

plastic surgeons or dermatologist

this does not help correct, or help relieve the patients preoccupation

Question 13

what is a hoarding disorder?

Answer 13

individuals with this disorder need to save things and become very upset if items are removed

Question 14

why is hoarding disorder a safety issue?

Answer 14

because it can lead to clutter and biohazard

Question 15

what is trichotillomania excoriation disorder?

Answer 15

compulsive behavior that damage the hair and skin

Question 16

what is the biggest safety concern with these patients?

Answer 16

suicide

Question 17

typically what is the medication we give to these patients?

Answer 17

ssri - usually prolonged and higher doses

Tricyclic antidepressants
( clomipramine )

Question 18

you can also do cognitive behavior therapy, supportive therapy, electroconvulsive therapy and radiotherapy to help aid these patients