OCD Flashcards
What does OCD stand for?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
True or False: OCD is characterized by repetitive thoughts and behaviors.
True
Fill in the blank: OCD often involves unwanted ________ that lead to compulsive behaviors.
obsessions
Which neurotransmitter is commonly associated with OCD?
Serotonin
What is the primary biological explanation for OCD?
Dysfunction in the brain circuits involving the basal ganglia and frontal cortex.
True or False: Genetics plays no role in the development of OCD.
False
What type of medication is often used to treat OCD?
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of OCD? A) Obsessions B) Compulsions C) Hallucinations
C) Hallucinations
Fill in the blank: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is often combined with ________ in treating OCD.
medication
What is the main focus of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) in treating OCD?
To expose patients to their fears and prevent the compulsive response.
True or False: OCD can only be treated with medication.
False
Short Answer: Name one brain structure that is implicated in OCD.
Basal ganglia
What role do environmental factors play in the development of OCD?
They can trigger or exacerbate symptoms in genetically predisposed individuals.
True or False: OCD symptoms typically improve with age.
False
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common compulsion in OCD? A) Checking B) Sleeping C) Reading
A) Checking
Fill in the blank: The ________ model suggests that OCD is caused by a combination of biological, psychological, and environmental factors.
biopsychosocial
What is the prevalence rate of OCD in the general population?
Approximately 1-2%
True or False: OCD only affects adults.
False
Short Answer: What is one potential side effect of SSRIs used in treating OCD?
Nausea
What is the main goal of treatment for OCD?
To reduce the severity of symptoms and improve functioning.
Fill in the blank: OCD is often misdiagnosed as ________ due to overlapping symptoms.
anxiety disorders
True or False: Behavioral therapies are ineffective in treating OCD.
False
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common characteristic of obsessions? A) They are pleasurable B) They are intrusive C) They are easily ignored
B) They are intrusive
What is the typical onset age for OCD?
Late adolescence to early adulthood
Short Answer: Name one psychological factor that may contribute to OCD.
Cognitive distortions
