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Psychology: OCD and Phobias

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What is the term used to describe the concept that OCD is caused by multiple genes rather than a single gene?

Monogenic

Polygenic (correct)

Neurotransmitter imbalance

Genetic predisposition

What is the role of serotonin genes in OCD?

They are involved in the transmission of dopamine across synapses

They are responsible for regulating mood

They are involved in the transmission of serotonin across synapses (correct)

They are responsible for relaying information from one neuron to another

What is the estimated number of genes involved in OCD?

50-100

100-200

10-20

up to 230 (correct)

What is the main implication of the left parahippocampal gyrus abnormal function in OCD?

Emotional evaluation emotions processing Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the genes that create a vulnerability for OCD?

Candidate genes Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism of SSRIs in treating OCD?

Decreasing serotonin reabsorption Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of dopamine genes in OCD?

They are involved in the transmission of dopamine across synapses Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the abnormal functioning of the lateral frontal lobes in OCD?

Impaired decision making Signup and view all the answers

Why are SNRIs used as an alternative to SSRIs?

They increase levels of serotonin and noreadrenaline Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical daily dosage of SSRIs for OCD treatment?

20mg Signup and view all the answers

How long does it typically take for SSRIs to impact OCD symptoms?

3-4 months Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of drugs in combination with CBT for OCD treatment?

To reduce emotional symptoms Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of obsessive thoughts in OCD?

Recurring, intrusive thoughts that provoke anxiety Signup and view all the answers

What is a common compulsion in OCD?

Repeatedly performing rituals to reduce anxiety Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of emotional characteristics of OCD?

Anxiety, guilt, and disgust Signup and view all the answers

What is a cognitive characteristic of OCD?

Black and white thinking Signup and view all the answers

What is a behavioral characteristic of OCD?

Avoidance of situations that trigger anxiety Signup and view all the answers

What is an emotional characteristic of OCD related to self-perception?

Worthlessness and self-disgust Signup and view all the answers