01:830:220 Lecture Notes - Lecture 21: As Good As It Gets, Obsessive–Compulsive Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder
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Ocd used to be categorized under anxiety disorders. A relatively uncontrollable sequence of negative, emotional thoughts that are concerned with possible future threats or danger. Distinctions hinges on quantity and quality of worrisome thoughts. Arousal of the sympathetic nervous system when it should not be. Affects how a person thinks, acts, and functions. Feels like they are having a heart attack. But, it is from a psychological place that is affecting the body. Fear of going outside because you may feel anxiety. Ex. finals are over, but are worrying about next semester. Constant obsessions about usually one certain thing. Most people who meet criteria exhibit both. Recognition that the obsessions or compulsions are excessive or unreasonable. Attempts to ignore, suppress, or neutralize the unwanted thoughts or impulses. Obsessions: repetitive, unwanted, intrusive cognitive events that may take the form of thoughts, images, or urges. Compulsions are wanted, as they alleviate the anxiety. Obsessions anxiety compulsions relief obsessions
