This disorder is characterized by involuntary recurring thoughts or images that the individual is unable to ignore and by recurring impulse to perform a seemingly purposeless activity (Townsend, 2011, p. 162). These obsessions and compulsions serve to prevent extreme anxiety on the part of the individual (Townsend, 2011, p. 162). For example, he can’t stand strand lying on the carpet or dried leaves in the pool; he uses a handkerchief to open doors; he eats only canned tuna of one specific brand, washes the can, seals it in a plastic bag then he throws it and washes his hands; he opens and closes doors three times while counting out loud (Bailey, Griffin, Rapke, Scott, Starkey, & Scott, 2003). This paper will be focused on possible impact of my personal beliefs and issues, previous experience and fears on my future nursing practice. I will reflect on my previous experience with people who had mental illnesses and addiction and will discuss how it may help and hinder interactions with
This disorder is characterized by involuntary recurring thoughts or images that the individual is unable to ignore and by recurring impulse to perform a seemingly purposeless activity (Townsend, 2011, p. 162). These obsessions and compulsions serve to prevent extreme anxiety on the part of the individual (Townsend, 2011, p. 162). For example, he can’t stand strand lying on the carpet or dried leaves in the pool; he uses a handkerchief to open doors; he eats only canned tuna of one specific brand, washes the can, seals it in a plastic bag then he throws it and washes his hands; he opens and closes doors three times while counting out loud (Bailey, Griffin, Rapke, Scott, Starkey, & Scott, 2003). This paper will be focused on possible impact of my personal beliefs and issues, previous experience and fears on my future nursing practice. I will reflect on my previous experience with people who had mental illnesses and addiction and will discuss how it may help and hinder interactions with