OCD Flashcards
What is OCD?
a common, chronic and disabling disorder marked by obsessions and compulsions that cause significant distress
What does egodystonic mean?
viewed as inconsistent with the personality, values and moral perspective
What are obsessions?
recurrent, intrusive and distressing thoughts, ideas, images or memories that are unwanted and usually resisted
recognised from originating in own mind
are obsessions associated with anxiety?
Yes
Name some common obsessions?
fear of contamination from germs
fear of harm
excessive symmetry concern
urge to hoard useless or worn out possessions
what are compulsions?
repetitive seemingly purposeful behaviours that individuals feel driven to perform.
usually recognised as irrational
Carrying out compulsions increases anxiety - T/F?
False - it decreases anxiety
Resistance to performing a compulsion increases anxiety - T/F?
True
What are some common compulsions?
checking - doors, taps cleaning/washing repeating acts mental compulsions - words/prayers ordering hoarding counting
What is the age of onset of OCD?
OCD can be found in any age group
Is OCD a familial tendency?
Yes - no clear inheritance model
What indicates poor prognosis in OCD?
early onset, male gender, Tics and multiple symptoms
What are the three domains of dysfunctional beliefs in OCD?
overestimation of threat
beliefs about the importance of and need to control intrusive thoughts
perfectionism and intolerance to uncertainty
What is exposure and response prevention psychotherapy?
deliberate exposure to obsessional stimulus
prevention of compulsion to lessen distress
repeated exposure to cues whilst strict response prevention leads to habituation
Is ERP effective in treating OCD?
Yes - highly
