AP PSYCHOLOGY

ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR

OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following are features of the thinking of a person who has OCD according to the cognitive model? Select all that apply.
A
The person with OCD employs a minimalist approach to all aspects of his or her life.
B
The person with OCD believes one’s thoughts are overly important and has a need to control those thoughts as they overestimate the threat posed by their thoughts.
C
The person with OCD is always aware that his or her behavior is related to OCD.
D
The person with OCD is concerned with perfectionism and has an intolerance of uncertainty.
E
The person with OCD has an inflated personal responsibility
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -OCD obsessions are repeated, persistent and unwanted thoughts, urges or images that are intrusive and cause distress or anxiety. You might try to ignore them or get rid of them by performing a compulsive behavior or ritual. These obsessions typically intrude when you’re trying to think of or do other things.

Detailed explanation-2: -According to the cognitive model of OCD, everyone experiences intrusive thoughts from time-to-time. However, people with OCD often have an inflated sense of responsibility and misinterpret these thoughts as being very important and significant which could lead to catastrophic consequences.

Detailed explanation-3: -Common compulsive behaviors in OCD include: Counting, tapping, repeating certain words, or doing other senseless things to reduce anxiety. Spending a lot of time washing or cleaning. Ordering or arranging things “just so”. Praying excessively or engaging in rituals triggered by religious fear.

Detailed explanation-4: -OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder), like phobias, is classified as an anxiety disorder and has two main components: obsessions and compulsions.

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