In Order to Diagnose OCD

question 81

Multiple Choice

In order to diagnose OCD:

• A)obsessions must be related to dirt and germs.
• B)the obsessions and compulsions must be highly time consuming and interfere with life.
• C)a child must have both obsessions and compulsions.
• D)parents and children must agree that there is a problem.

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Definitions:

Conscientiousness

A personality trait marked by diligence, carefulness, thoroughness, self-discipline, and the desire to do a task well.

Agreeableness

Refers to the tendency of an individual to be pleasant, accommodating, and willing to avoid conflict in their interactions with others.

Extraverted

Describes individuals who are outgoing, socially confident, and derive energy from interacting with others.

Epigenetics

the study of heritable changes in gene expression that occur without altering the DNA sequence, influenced by environmental factors and life experiences.