OCD Flashcards
1
Q
What are behavioural characteristics of OCD?
A
Compulsions
Avoidance
2
Q
What are the elements of compulsive behaviour?
A
Repetitive
Reduce anxiety
3
Q
How many OCD sufferers show only compulsions and no obsessions?
A
10%
4
Q
What are emotional characteristics of OCD?
A
Anxiety and distress
Accompanying depression
Guilt and disgust
5
Q
What are cognitive characteristics of OCD?
A
Obsessive thoughts
Cognitive strategies to deal with obsessions
Insight into excessive anxiety