Effects of Visual Stimuli on O.C.D.

Overview

Objectives/Goals My objective for this experiment was to examine whether or not organized imagery can help reduce or prevent a panic attack. Methods/Materials 12 organized pictures,12 disorganized pictures,pre experiment survey,post experiment survey. 45 participants were separated into 3 groups (organized, disorganized, control). Participants in the organized and disorganized group completed half the survey, took the experiment (looked at pictures pertaining to their group), and then completed survey. Those in the control group took the entire survey at once. Results According to my data, the participants in the organized group had the lowest stress levels, those in the disorganized group had the highest stress levels, and those in the control group had neutral stress levels. This data leads me to believe that organized imagery can help prevent/reduce a panic attack. Conclusions/Discussion The aim of this experiment was to see whether there is any correlation between organized imagery and the calming of a panic attack. After completing my entire experiment and comparing my data I have concluded that organized imagery does in fact lower stress levels. My data has also proven that disorganized imagery boosts stress levels. According to my research, the reason for these happenings are that when the brain feels threatened and the fight or flight response is activated. The disorganized imagery is what is threatening the brain. Contrary to the disorganized images, organized imagery calms the brain because it distracts the brain from the stresser.

Awards (1)

• Second Place

Competition history

• CSEF 2018 Behavioral & Social Sciences · Entry J0415

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