Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Question 1

OCD

Answer 1

characterised by the presence of either obsessions or compulsions, but commonly both

Question 2

obsession

Answer 2

unwanted intrusive thought, image or urge that repeatedly enters the person’s mind

Question 3

compulsions

Answer 3

the need to repeat things constantly to feel better

Question 4

management

Answer 4

functional impairment mild:
CBT/exposure and response prevention

functional impairment severe:
SSRI or intense CBT