Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD): A Quick Overview

Subject areas

This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.

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Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

• Define obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) according to the criteria outlined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5).
• Examine the connection between OCD and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), along with other conditions commonly associated with OCD.
• Explore the underlying causes of obsessive and compulsive symptoms, including findings from neuroimaging that highlight structural and functional differences in the brain.
• Identify risk factors that may influence the onset of OCD, including genetic predisposition, biological mechanisms, temperament, and environmental exposures.
• Differentiate OCD from other mental health disorders, as defined by the DSM-5, including anxiety disorders, through clinical presentation and diagnostic features.
• Gain insight into current treatment approaches and strategies for the long-term management of individuals living with OCD.

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