By keeping track of her obsessions and compulsions Sarah could see for herself what she had become obsessed with and as a result what behaviors had become compulsive in her need to reassure herself. In addition, this exercise allowed Sarah to see the frequency and amount of time she was spending on her obsessions/compulsions which could then motivate her to work towards eliminating these obsessions.
By having this information, Dr. Laslow was able to begin the exposure-response prevention element of the therapy. Through having Sarah’s obsessions recorded along with the corresponding compulsions, Dr. Laslow was able to find a starting place for Sarah’s treatment such as, plugging in appliances, leaving lights turned on and only checking the
By having this information, Dr. Laslow was able to begin the exposure-response prevention element of the therapy. Through having Sarah’s obsessions recorded along with the corresponding compulsions, Dr. Laslow was able to find a starting place for Sarah’s treatment such as, plugging in appliances, leaving lights turned on and only checking the