OCD = Obsessive Compolsive Disorder. Excessive thoughts (obsessions) that lead to repetitive behaviors (compulsions).
Medically manageable: Treatment can help
Usually self-diagnosable: Doesn't require lab tests or imaging
Chronic: Can last for years
Obsessive-compulsive disorder is characterized by unreasonable thoughts and fears (obsessions) that lead to compulsive behaviors. OCD often centers on themes such as a fear of germs or the need to arrange objects in a specific manner.
Symptoms usually begin gradually and vary throughout life.
Treatment includes talk therapy, medications, or both.
People may experience:
Behavioral: compulsive behavior, ritualistic behavior, persistent repetition of words or actions, repetitive movements, social isolation, hypervigilance, meaningless repetition of own words, compulsive hoarding, agitation, impulsivity, or hyperactivity
Psychological: anxiety, panic attack, narcissism, repeatedly going over thoughts, sexual obsessions, fear, or depression
Mood: apprehension, general discontent, or guilt
Also common: food aversion, nightmares, or racing thoughts
Treatment is available.
Prescription
SSRI: Fluoxetine (Prozac), Paroxetine (Paxil), Fluvoxamine, Citalopram (Celexa), Escitalopram (Lexapro), Sertraline (Zoloft)
Other treatments: Clomipramine (Anafranil), Buspirone, Venlafaxine (Effexor)
Also common
Lifestyle: Psychoeducation
Therapies: Rational emotive behavior therapy, Systematic desensitization, Psychotherapy, Exposure and response prevention, Group psychotherapy, Aversion therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Support group
Specialists
Clinical psychologist: Treats psychological disorders.
Psychiatrist: Treats mental disorders.
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder that affects about 1-2% of the population. People with OCD experience both obsessions and compulsions. Obsessions are unwanted and disturbing thoughts, images, or impulses that suddenly pop into the mind and cause a great deal of anxiety or distress.
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