ocd

• What are the cognitive characteristics of OCD?

  Obsessions: Intrusive thoughts
• What are the behavioural characteristics of OCD?

  Compulsions: Ritualistic behaviours
• What are the emotional characteristics of OCD?

  Extreme anxiety and distress
• What does a score over 21 on the OCI-R indicate?

  Presence of OCD
• What are the key characteristics of David's OCD?

  • Needs objects arranged precisely
  • Becomes agitated with odd numbers
  • Experiences high anxiety under stress
  • Engages in counting and arranging behaviours
• How does David's OCD manifest in his daily life?

  He counts items and arranges objects
• What does David's wife believe about his condition?

  It is worse than he admits
• How does David feel about his OCD rituals?

  They are tiring but necessary
• What is the definition of obsessions in OCD?

  Intrusive thoughts
• What is the definition of compulsions in OCD?

  Repetitive behaviours or acts
• How do obsessions and compulsions differ?

  Obsessions are internal; compulsions are external
• What percentage of the population is affected by OCD?

  Approximately 1-3%
• What are common obsessions in OCD?

  • Contamination fears
  • Fear of losing control
  • Perfectionism
• How do obsessions and compulsions relate to each other?

  They sometimes match and sometimes don't
• What are the emotional, cognitive, and behavioural characteristics of OCD?

  • Emotional: Extreme anxiety, distress
  • Cognitive: Intrusive thoughts (obsessions)
  • Behavioural: Ritualistic behaviours (compulsions)
• What is the emotional impact of OCD on daily functioning?

  It hinders everyday functioning
• What is attentional bias in the context of OCD?

  Focus on intrusive thoughts and fears
• How does David's OCD affect his interactions with friends?

  Friends make light of his condition
• How would you define Bob's compulsions based on his checking routine?

  Repetitive behaviours to ensure safety
• How does Bob's fear relate to his obsessions?

  He fears danger to his family
• What is the mark scheme for distinguishing between obsessions and compulsions?

  2 marks for clear internal vs external distinction
• What is the aim of the lesson on OCD?

  Describe and distinguish characteristics of OCD
• What is the significance of the case of David Beckham in studying OCD?

  It illustrates real-life OCD characteristics
• How does David's need for symmetry relate to his OCD?

  It reflects his compulsive behaviours
• How can the characteristics of OCD be identified in a case study?

  By highlighting emotional, cognitive, and behavioural traits