20 Questions
Which of the following is a key characteristic of hoarding disorder?
Accumulating excessive amounts of items
What differentiates hoarding from collecting?
The quantity of items accumulated
What are some potential hazards associated with hoarding behavior?
Sanitation, fall, and fire hazards
How does hoarding behavior affect living spaces?
It renders areas unusable
Who may find hoarding behavior distressing?
Family members or landlords
Which of the following is NOT a commonly hoarded item?
Electronics
What is one potential consequence of hoarding behavior?
Difficulty accessing necessary items
How does hoarding behavior typically affect the individual?
Causes distress
What are some potential consequences of hoarding behavior in the kitchen?
All of the above
How do individuals with hoarding disorder typically feel about their behavior?
Indifferent
Which category immediately follows the section on anxiety disorders in the DSM-5?
Obsessive-compulsive and related disorders
What is the purposeful placement of obsessive-compulsive and related disorders in relation to anxiety disorders?
To emphasize their similarities
Which of the following disorders is NOT listed in Table 14.7 as an obsessive-compulsive and related disorder?
Panic Disorder
What are obsessions in the context of obsessive-compulsive and related disorders?
Recurrent unwanted thoughts
What are compulsions in the context of obsessive-compulsive and related disorders?
Behaviors driven by urges
What is the typical purpose of performing compulsive rituals in obsessive-compulsive and related disorders?
To maintain obsessive thoughts or urges
How long does the relief from performing a compulsive ritual typically last in obsessive-compulsive and related disorders?
A few seconds
What is a key characteristic of hoarding disorder?
Persistent difficulty parting with possessions
What is the perceived need of individuals with hoarding disorder?
To save items
What is the emotional response of individuals with hoarding disorder when discarding possessions?
Distress
Test your knowledge on obsessive-compulsive and related disorders and their distinctions from anxiety disorders. Explore the similarities and differences between these diagnostic categories in this informative quiz.
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