Characteristics of OCD

Question 1

DSM-5 defenition

Answer 1

an anxiety disorder
anxiety arises from both obsessions and compulsions

Question 2

compulsion

Answer 2

repetitive and rigid behaviour or mental act

Question 3

obsession

Answer 3

cognitive
internal component
persistent thought

Question 4

behavioural characteristics of OCD

Answer 4

compulsions to reduce anxiety
avoidance of situations

Question 5

emotional characteristics of OCD

Answer 5

anxiety
depression
guilt and disgust

Question 6

Cognitive characteristics of OCD

Answer 6

obsessive thoughts
awareness thoughts are not rational
cognitive coping strategies