Which of the Following Is an Important Diagnostic Feature of OCD

question 122

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an important diagnostic feature of OCD?

• A) The obsessions and compulsions are not co-morbid with depression
• B) The obsessions and compulsions occupy significant amounts of time and/or cause significant interference
• C) The symptoms have been present for at least two years
• D) The symptoms are not recognized as excessive or unreasonable by the person

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Definitions:

Progesterone Secretion

The process by which progesterone, a hormone produced by the ovaries, is released into the bloodstream, playing a key role in regulating menstruation and pregnancy.

PTH

Parathyroid Hormone (PTH) is a hormone secreted by the parathyroid glands that regulates calcium levels in the blood.

Bone

Bone is a durable connective tissue comprised of collagen, calcium, and other minerals, forming the skeletal structure that supports and protects the body's organs and allows movement.

Kidneys

Vital organs responsible for filtering waste products from the blood and excreting them in urine, regulating electrolyte levels, and managing blood pressure.