OCD MCQ - AP Psych

Front

Which part of the brain is most commonly associated with the development of OCD due to its role in decision-making and impulse control? Options: Amygdala, Basal Ganglia, Hippocampus, Cerebellum

Back

Basal Ganglia

Answer explanation

The Basal Ganglia is involved in habit formation and impulse control, which are key areas affected in OCD.

Front

According to the DSM-5, OCD can only be diagnosed if:

Back

Symptoms cause significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.

Answer explanation

Diagnosis requires that obsessions and/or compulsions cause significant distress or impairment in daily functioning.

Front

Which neurotransmitter is most commonly associated with OCD and targeted by SSRIs? Options: Dopamine, Norepinephrine, Serotonin, Acetylcholine

Back

Serotonin

Answer explanation

SSRIs work by increasing serotonin levels, which help reduce OCD symptoms by improving mood regulation and anxiety control.

Front

Which of the following best describes the primary difference between obsessions and compulsions in OCD?

Back

Obsessions are intrusive thoughts, while compulsions are repetitive behaviors.

Answer explanation

In OCD, obsessions are unwanted, intrusive thoughts that cause distress, whereas compulsions are repetitive behaviors performed to alleviate the distress caused by these thoughts.

Front

What is a common misconception about OCD?

Back

It only involves excessive cleanliness or orderliness.

Answer explanation

1. OCD involves a wide range of obsessions and compulsions, not just cleanliness or orderliness.