Abstract
This paper studies obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) in children. The paper begins by discussing the lack of a precise known cause of OCD. Next the paper looks at treatment of a psychiatric condition that may be both neurobiological and psychological. The paper also examines the debilitating impact of this anxiety disorder and some solutions.

From the Paper
"Obsessive-compulsive disorder OCD is a complicated and still puzzling psychiatric disorder that has been called one of the most debilitating of the anxiety disorders. Recent studies suggest that approximately..."

Tags:obsessive compulsive disorder, OCD

Abstract
This paper provides an analysis of the obsessive-compulsive disorder and cognitive behavior displayed by the main character Melvin Udall (played by Jack Nicholson) in the movie 'As Good As It Gets.' The paper includes quotations from the movie and actual examples of the behavior displayed by Melvin that constitute OCD.

From the Paper
"The character Melvin Udall (played by Jack Nicholson) in the movie As Good As It Gets displays symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and cognitive distortions. Melvin is a writer whose meticulous, routine-drenched yet quirky world suddenly turns upside down when his gay neighbor, Simon Bishop (played by Greg Kinnear), gets beaten up and has to go to the hospital, leaving his pet dog, Verdell, in Melvin's care. What further complicates Melvin's life is that the only waitress in his favorite cafe who can put up with him, Carolll Connelly (played by Helen Hunt), has to quit work to take care of her sick son."

Tags:obsessive-compulsive, disorder, cognitive, behavior, Melvin, Udall, Jack, Nicholson, psychology, behaviorism

Abstract
This paper examines Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in adults and children. The paper begins with a discussion of the etiology and prevalence of the disease. Next the paper reviews co-morbid diseases. The paper then focuses on the symptoms and treatment of OCD, with special emphasis on the role of the nurse as therapist and educator.

Tags:obsessive-compulsive disorder, Cognitive-Behaviroal therapy

Abstract
The paper offers a presentation on obsessive compulsive disorder with respect to theory, characteristics and treatment. The treatments discussed are both cognitive behavioral therapy and medical management therapy. In the paper, certain drugs are presented as treatment modalities. The paper also reviews Schwartz's cognitive behavioral therapy program.

From the Paper
"Throughout history, mental disorders have plagued mankind without benefit of understanding or empathy. In fact the majority of mental disorders such as schizophrenia, personality disorders, manic-depressive or bipolar disorders have long been misunderstood and mistreated. As a result of the misunderstanding of the mental disease process, fear and shame were often the hallmarks of those who were afflicted. At times, those afflicted with a mental disease were tortured, burned at the stake as heretics and even placed in "cleansing vats", all in the name of purifying the mind. Today, however, through a more compassionate and scientific understanding, mental disorders have become a recognizable disease characterized by a disruption of the body's psycho-neurobiological process (Docherty, et al, 2003)."

Tags:obsessivecompulsive, disorder, theory

Abstract
This paper analyzes the popular film "As Good as it Gets", which gives the viewer a better understanding of obsessive compulsive disorder, as well as an understanding of how this disorder is depicted in Hollywood. First, the paper gives a general introduction to obsessive compulsive disorder, citing the psychological definition. Then, the paper explores the character Melvin Udall from the movie, who exhibits many signs of obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Melvin's behaviors are detailed, giving a glimpse into his often difficult existence. Despite this, the film also considers the positive aspects of Melvin's life, such as his moderate professional success and his ability to be kind. The paper also discusses how the movie portrays mental health professionals, and its impact on viewers. The paper notes various inaccuracies with the depiction of OCD, and concludes by warning viewers that it may be difficult to separate fact from fiction about obsessive compulsive disorder in the movie.


Outline:
Background of the Disorder & Character Description
Reflection of the Positive, Negative, and Correct Portrayal Regarding Obsessive Compulsive Disorder And The Mental Health Profession

From the Paper
"In the movie, As Good As It Gets, character Melvin Udall, exhibits many signs of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. His compulsions are exhibited by the fact that he must eat at a certain restaurant each day, must sit in a certain booth, and must be served by a certain waitress. Upon walking into his apartment, he locks and unlocks the door five times, switches on and off the light five times, and flips on and off the bathroom light five times. In his daily commute, he cannot walk on cracks, no matter whose way he disrupts in the process. In addition, he is what can be called obsessively organized. Although organization in itself, even to extremes, is not often considered a mental disorder, a glimpse at Melvin's apartment, along with his other exhibits of compulsions, suggest that he is, indeed, afflicted with the disorder."

Tags:OCD, psychological disorders, unwanted thoughts

Abstract
Within the context of multi-disciplinary practice, relevant legislation and social policy, this essay outlines and evaluates two methods of intervention applicable to working with children and young people with a mental health disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). The methods of intervention that are outlined and evaluated are cognitive behavioural therapy and opportunity led work. The essay also addresses the challenges inherent in practicing across different value bases and theoretical understandings of the medical and social model of mental health. Throughout the essay, an awareness of oppressive and discriminatory practice is present.

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"There are two theoretical perspectives to take into consideration when working with people with mental health issues; the medical model and the social model. The medical model has a broad application however it does originally sit in the field of medicine. The medical model follows a general series of events; diagnosis stage, prescriptive stage and curative stage. The diagnostic stage is when the individual goes to see the professional, be it a doctor or a psychologist. The prescriptive stage is when the individual describes what is wrong with them or explains what is happening to them. The curative stage is the resolution stage where the professional attempts to find a solution to the problem. The medical model does not take into consideration any external forces such as family or social networks when dealing with the individual whereas the social model is based on these external influences on the individual. The medical model is defined by a set medical framework and this then defines how the individual will be viewed, this differs from social work as the interventions are always client led."

Tags:depression, obsessions, thought, patterns, behaviour

Abstract
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder affects some one in every fifty Americans, usually diagnoised in early childhood or adolescence. There is no cure, but therapy and often drugs such as Paxil oir Prozac may ease the urges and disturbing actions that frighten both patient and family. Roole models for OCD patients are suggested, even as a TV series, Monk, now features a leading character who has OCD.

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COUNSELING FOR THOSE WITH OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER You've heard the old slogan "neatness counts!" But for some people, young and old neatness becomes an obsession that can real problems ion coping with daily life. This is Obsessive compulsive disorder. Because there are other disorders, perhaps more physically or mentally dangerous that are prioritized, this disorder is often made light of. "Oh yeah, it's like that neat freak in ?The odd Couple TV show." Or, the news item about a mother trying to make light of her son's problems by calling him the "Lone Re-Arranger." These days, an award-winning TV series, "Monk" features a private detective with OCD which becomes an important part of the plot-

Tags:compulsion, brain disordee, cogntive behavioral tech

Abstract
This paper discusses that Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) must be distinguished from Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD), which is a completely different psychiatric disorder. Despite some similarity between the irrational themes underlying each disorder, OCPD patients do not typically perform compulsive rituals; rather, they tend to become preoccupied with perfectionism or with ordered regularity or rules. The author points out that Behavioral Modification Therapy is unsuccessful by itself, but it is often combined with Cognitive Therapy, in which the therapist discusses the irrationality of the specific fears underlying the patient's fears and compulsions. The paper states that the first goal of pharmacological treatment of OCD is to maintain a sufficient level of serotonin in the brain to eliminate OCD symptoms.

Table of Contents
Introduction
Symptoms
Treatment
Prognosis

From the Paper
"The first line of medications used in conjunction with treatment of OCD is anti-anxiety medications or mild sedatives to counteract the increased anxiety that is often brought on by behavioral and cognitive psychotherapeutic approaches. If the patient is unresponsive (or not satisfactorily responsive) to a combination of behavioral and cognitive therapy, the next approach is usually the prescription of a Seratonin Reuptake Inhibitor. Seratonin Reuptake Inhibitors are classified either as Seratonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SRI) or Selective Seratonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRI). As their names imply, both SRI's and SSRI's block the reuptake (or absorption) of the neurotransmitter seratonin to address seratonin insufficiency in the brains of patients exhibiting OCD symptoms. SSRI's are usually employed first because they affect only seratonin; whereas, SRI's also impinge upon other neurotransmitters that are unrelated to OCD symptoms. Consequently, SRI's are more likely to result in coincidental unwanted side effects, such as weight gain, tiredness, dizziness, as well as blood pressure changes and even cardiac irregularities."

Tags:cognitive, modification, drugs, seratonin, control

Abstract
This paper presents a critique of a film, What About Bob", and a book, "Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: The latest Assessmentand Treatment Strategies, which are both about obsessive compulsive disorder. The paper explains that the author learned from the film that the sociopathic, interpersonal behaviors, which the character of Bob in the film exhibits, are some of the symptoms of obsessive compulsive disorders (OCD). The paper then relates that a major area of contention in the book is the use of medications to help resolve the common symptoms of OCD. The author stresses that Steketee provides a great deal of insight about behavioral therapy, which provides far more solutions to OCD than the medicinal and surgical treatments often found in other studies done for patient treatment.

From the Paper
"Some of the others question about Steketee's reliance on behavioral therapy for treatment is the Appendix where she describes many of the findings of clinical studies that provide information about behavioral therapy. Certainly, the success rates of behavioral therapy need to be addressed far more often than the heavily sponsored pharmaceutical studies being done due to their massive financial resources. Steketee provides the foundation for behavioral studies that give her the premise of providing more behavioral solutions for patients that are suffering from this disorder."

Tags:boundaries symptoms, behavioral therapy, pharmaceutical options

Abstract
This paper looks at obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), a psychological disorder that causes the same stressful or alarming and worrisome thoughts to occur over and over, obsessively, in the mind of the person with the disorder.

Outline
What is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder?
What is OCD Like?
How does One Get OCD?
How is OCD Diagnosed?
How is OCD Treated?

From the Paper
"Children tend to show specific patterns. They may avoid sharp things out of a concern regarding injuring self or others. OCD often makes a child appear to dawdle when the child is actually repeatedly checking or counting something. They may appear to daydream when they're actually stuck in an obsessive thought. If they have hand-washing rituals, they may spend extended amounts of time in the bathroom. Repeated checking and insistence on a stylized perception of perfection can cause late schoolwork. There may be signs of many erasures on papers. It may be hard to spot these things, because people with OCD often work hard to hide their traits so no one will try to make them give them up (Gale Ency., 2001)."

Tags:psychological, treatment, children, medication