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OCD Flashcards

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What is OCD?

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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is a condition characterised by obsessions and compulsions.

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What are the Behavioural characteristics of OCD?

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Compulsions, which are repetitive and reduce anxiety, and avoidance,

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What are the emotional characteristics of OCD?

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Anxiety and distress
Accompanying depression
Guilt and disgust

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What are the cognitive characteristics of OCD?

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Obessessive thoughts
Cognitive stategies to deal with obsessions-For example meditation to distract from everyday tasks
Insight into excessive anxiety-they know that there obsessions and compulsions are not rational

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