Genetics and OCD Quiz

What role do genetics play in OCD according to the document?

• Genetics have no role in OCD.

• Genetics have a role in OCD, and certain genes increase the risk.

• Genetics only affect OCD in children.

• Genetics cure OCD.

What is the role of the SERT gene in OCD?

• It regulates dopamine levels.

• It is linked to mood regulation.

• It is a serotonin transporter.

• It cures OCD.

Which brain structure is responsible for decision making and logic in OCD?

• Parahippocampal gyrus

• Basal ganglia system

• Frontal lobe

• Occipital lobe

What abnormal function is associated with the parahippocampal gyrus in OCD?

• Decision making

• Processing unpleasant emotions

• Regulating mood

• Memory recall

What did Billet et al (1998) find evidence for in their study on OCD?

• Involvement of the dopamine system

• Role of serotonin in OCD

• Genetic predisposition to anxiety

• Environmental factors causing OCD

What did Pauls et al (2005) find about people with OCD?

• 10% had a close relative with OCD

• 20% had a close relative with OCD

• 5% had a close relative with OCD

• 15% had a close relative with OCD

What critique is given about SSRIs in treating OCD?

• SSRIs do not help all OCD patients

• SSRIs cure all OCD patients

• SSRIs are the only treatment for OCD

• SSRIs worsen OCD symptoms

What did Aylward et al (1996) find in their study on OCD patients?

• No significant difference in OCD patients and controls

• Significant improvement in OCD patients

• SSRIs were effective for all patients

• Genetic factors were the main cause of OCD

What is a critique of the genetic explanation for OCD?

• Reductionist view as no study found 100%

• Genetics is the only cause of OCD

• Environmental factors are irrelevant

• All studies agree on genetic causes