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What aspect of addiction is obsessive?
The repetitive thought that can be all consuming is the obsessive aspect.
Psych word for obsession on a thought?
The psychological term for an obsession with a thought is "rumination". Rumination involves continuously thinking about the same thoughts, which are often sad or dark. If the obsession is particularly intrusive and distressing, it might also be referred to as an "obsessive thought" or "obsessive rumination", commonly associated with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
What is obsessive-compulsiveness?
It is when you have an intrusive thought that won't get relieved until you act on it. For example, "If I don't wash my hands right now, I will get a deadly disease that I can spread to my whole family..." This causes a person with OCD to act on their thought, hence the obsessive COMPULSION aspect. Even though the person can rationally think that they don't have to wash their hands that exact second, the overwhelming thought compels them to so that they can get temporary relief.
Is obsessive a positive connotation?
It depends on the context. No one could blame an obsessive environmentalist, but no one likes an obsessive sycophant.
What disorder is characterized by recurring unwanted thoughts followed by certain repetitive behaviors?
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
Is kleptomaniac an obsessive compulsive disorder?
Kleptomania is frequently thought of as being a part of obsessive-compulsive disorder, since the irresistible and uncontrollable actions are similar to the frequently excessive, unnecessary and unwanted rituals of OCD. Some individuals with kleptomania demonstrate hoarding symptoms that resemble those with OCD.
Can Prozac help obsessive thoughts?
It can cause obsessive thoughts an dit can help alleviate obsessive thoughts.
How obsessive can a guy get?
That depends..A guy can be really obsessive through the person he's with
Can you get obsessive compulsive disorder from staphylococcus?
No. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is an anxiety disorder.
What is a synonym for the word considered?
A synonym for "considered" is "contemplated" or "regarded."
How can you recognize a person with obsessive compulsive disorder?
Simple answer. Because they are compulsively obsessive about everything!
How is obsessive-compulsive disorder treated in alternative medicine?
Other alternative treatments for OCD are intended to lower the patient's anxiety level; some are thought to diminish the compulsions themselves.
