OCD Characteristics Flashcards
1
Q
Behavioural
A
Compulsions - external behaviours that are repeated to reduce anxiety.
Checking,counting washing hands
2
Q
Cognitive
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Obsessions - internal intrusive thoughts that are recurring and unpleasant and cause anxiety.
Worrying about being contaminated by germs.
3
Q
Emotional
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Anxiety and distress
Obsessions are often unpleasant and frightening and can cause overwhelming anxiety.