Biological Research with Patients Who Have OCD Indicates That ____

question 62

Multiple Choice

Biological research with patients who have OCD indicates that ____.

• A) the primary area of the brain that is affected is the limbic system
• B) different people show different responses to treatment
• C) almost complete relief from symptoms is gained with medication alone
• D) genetic factors play little, if any, role in this disorder

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Definitions:

Sexual Functioning

Refers to the physical and psychological processes that contribute to the sexual response cycle, including desire, arousal, orgasm, and resolution.

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

A state of mental health that occurs following the direct experience or observation of a frightening event, featuring ongoing nightmares, flashbacks, and severe stress.

Avoidance

A coping mechanism that involves steering clear of situations or stimuli that are perceived as uncomfortable or anxiety-inducing.

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the nervous system responsible for control of the bodily functions not consciously directed, such as breathing, the heartbeat, and digestive processes.