Compulsive behavior Essays

Obsessive-compulsive behavior has been around for a long time, before psychology was even considered a philosophy, let alone a science. During the Renaissance, OCD was reclassifed as an illness, and not the work of demons and supernatural forces. "Scrupulosity" was first coined, or at least popularized as the name of OCD. By the late 1600s, many of the clergy had looked into this phenomenon and had written "self-help" books on overcoming OCD/scrupulosity. By the 1700s, treatment of OCD had begun

Compulsive behaviour Katherine Mansfield’s “The Fly” (1922) revolves around three individuals who are connected by having experienced death one way or another. This short story starts with old Mr Woodifield paying the Boss a visit. The Boss,(?) despite being 5 years older than Mr Woodifield, seems far more energetic and stable at the beginning. He shows off his office complacently by presenting his new decorated furniture. Together he and Mr Woodifield have memories of their lost sons fallen in World

After carefully reading the case study for Lady Macbeth and thoroughly processing the DSM-5 and eliminating all other possible diagnosis, I determined that she properly fits the DSM-5 criteria for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) (F42). Some key evidence that directed me to diagnosed Lady Macbeth with this disorder will be, in the morning while getting dressed, she gets afraid that there are germs all over her clothes and things, which causes her to stand and shake the germs off her for half an

the animals being disastrous in their new home (Should Wild Animals Be Kept As Pets?). Animals are very unpredictable many times if people don’t know what to look for. Many people do years of training and still don’t know how predict the animal’s behaviors (Wild Pets). Wild animals could also carry harmful diseases.

Set fourteen years after the Salem witch trials, Lies In The Dust is a graphic about historical figure Ann Putnam coming to terms with the damage she dealt to Salem and the remorse that moved her to publicly apologize. Over the course of the narrative, Ann extensively reflects on her family's involvement in abetting the trials and consequent ostracization from the surviving members of her community. As the setting bounces between the present year of 1706 and the past in 1692, the full extent of Ann's

The second theory, the Social Judgement theory is largely reliant on a person being persuaded towards an alternative decision. This change of an idea uses the power of careful consideration of the other persons idea and so becomes a judgmental process (Chau, H.F et al., 2014). Social judgement theory can influence decision making because of different factors (William L. Benoit, 1999). The social judgment theory was developed by Sheriff, Sheriff and Nebergall to explain how people could be persuaded

I believe that we should be against animal cruelty because animals have never done anything to us and if they have, it’s because it was how they were raised and treated from when they were little. If we stopped hurting animals and treating them like they don’t deserve to live or be loved then we would have less problems with animal cruelty and less animal attacks. I think people should have more rules and regulations to keep a pet. Such as, they can’t have a past of animal abuse or neglecting of

Compulsive Hoarding History Dante Alighieri made the earliest reference to compulsive hoarding in the 14th century in The Inferno. "Here, too, I saw a nation of lost souls, far more than were above: they strained their chests against enormous weights, and with mad howls rolled them at one another. Then in haste they rolled them back, one party shouting out: “Why do you hoard?” and the other: “Why do you waste?” “Hoarding and squandering wasted all their light and brought them screaming to

poor decision making skills, low self-image, as well as prior and current addiction to drugs, alcohol, and sex. He has failed to thrive in many of the areas that most adults find success and reports that although he feels he battles with obsessive compulsive disorder, he also finds himself suffering from hoarding symptoms. The following case study will discuss Bryon and his struggles to function in day to day life as well as where there may be additional psychological issues in his later years due

Hoarding Around 5% of the world’s population struggle with compulsive hoarding. Hoarders want whatever they can put their hands on and will keep those items forever. Hoarders often look at their possessions as the most important thing in their lives. Hoarders want to buy new objects as often as they can. Hoarders feel the need to have as much as they can and have trouble throwing out those possessions. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders explains that hoarding is the struggle

Target behavior in Marla’s case The target behavior is Marla’s case is an extreme fear of social situations which hinders her from engaging in social situations. Describe how respondent conditioning and operant conditioning are involved in the development of an anxiety problem or fear. According to Matthew D. Jacofsky, Psy.D., Melanie T. Santos, Psy.D., Sony Khemlani-Patel, Ph.D. & Fugen Neziroglu, Ph.D. of the Bio Behavioral Institute, edited by C.E. Zupanick, Psy.D. and Mark Dombeck, Ph.D. B.F

Overview Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is recognized within the 5th edition of the Diagnostic and Statistic Manual of Mental Disorders as a mental disorder involving obsessive thoughts and repetitive behavior. The cause of obsessive-compulsive disorder is not definitively known however several theories ranging from genetics to environment have been proposed and supported. There are several treatment options for managing obsessive-compulsive disorder including medications, psychotherapy, surgery and

Throughout Dante’s Inferno and Frankenstein, the reader is shown the impact that rejection has from both sides of the spectrum on to human beings. Most notably, this happens in the seventh circle of hell in Dante’s Inferno, and towards the end of Frankenstein when Victor denies the monster the creation of a female companion. Both stories deal with the consequences of rejection in different ways but both share a specific trait; violence. This is similar to what we are seeing in the 21st century, where

In Canto VI of Dante’s Inferno, the Pilgrim meets Ciacco. As an inhabitant of hell, Ciacco has “lost the good of the intellect” (3.18). Superficially, it seems as if Ciacco has lost the good of the intellect because he is gluttonous. More profoundly, however, Ciacco lost the good of the intellect in the following sense: Ciacco desires to be remembered admirably by others. He fixates on his desire, and it causes him to work excessively to maintain this stature. Ultimately, Ciacco’s excessive

Obsessive compulsive disorder is a disorder that is characterized by incoherent thoughts and obsessions that could potentially lead to repetitive behavior. Though, more often than not, one may not realize that their obsessions are not reasonable. Often one may try to ignore their obsessions or stop them. By doing this, it can only increase their distress or anxiety. Contrary to some belief, obsessive compulsive disorder does not discriminate. OCD affects children and adults, both male and female

and environmental conditions. Therefore, the treatment choices and options take into consideration the specific needs of the patient and the severity of the effects. For treatments to be successful, a voyeur must want to modify existing patterns of behavior. The initial step is difficult for most voyeurs to admit and seek for treatment out of embarrassment, or because

Are you one of those people who just cannot seem to throw away any of their belongings? In other words: a hoarder? If so, follow these simple steps on how to stop being a hoarder. Firstly, one should start by asking oneself if it is really useful. Before making any decision to purchase any item, stop and think: is it needed? Is it useful? Do you already have it? After answering these questions and apprehending that the item is truly not needed, walk away without purchasing it. This step will not

Effects of Fast Food Junk food can be your last food. Junk food is the worst foe of human health, and it begins when people start advertising about fast food, and how delicious it is. Likewise, when people start talking about fast food, and how it is better than food that prepared at home. Many people are addicted to fast food because it is more delicious, convenient, and faster. However, these days people think that junk food may not affect their lives and their health. Also, they do not think

I. Introduction: a. Attention Getter: Nothing can be as satisfying and enjoyable as eating junk food. Is it not? It can be so good! Food is what makes us who we are. It affects the shape of our bodies and it helps us grow into adults in a good and bad way. b. Reason to Listen: Unfortunately, not all food is good for us. These types of food are known as junk food. We all know the term “junk food” but what is the actual definition of junk food you may ask? Junk food is an informal term applied to foods

Dante’s Inferno represents a microcosm of society; meaning, laymen, church, politicians, and scholars are all compiled into one place and punished for their sins. Hell, despite being depicted as brutal, ugly, and chaotic, is made realistic because the inhabitants come from every country and every walk of life. While Dante Alighieri did not invent the idea of Hell itself, he did create an important and in depth concept that still receives attention in biblical, classical, and medieval works. The Divine