OCD Flashcards
1
Q
Define obsessions.
A
persistent recurring thoughts, urges, intentions and images. The are intrusive and unwelcome attempting to get rid of them is anxiety provoking.
2
Q
Define compulsions.
A
repetitive actions that a patient believes will relieve anxiety and stop negative obsessions. may relieve anxiety temporarily.
3
Q
What other things must be considered when making a diagnosis of OCD?
A
- must be time consuming >1 hour a day
- must be impacting functional abilities
- not due to any other likely causes
4
Q
Treatment for OCD?
A
- CBT
- Exposure therapy
- SSRI - sertaline
- SNRI - Venlafaxine
- atypical antipsychotic
