OCDObsessive Compulsive Disorder

OCD

OCD stands for Obsessive Compulsive disorder

OCD- when an anxiety disorder characterized by recurrent and persistent

thoughts and feelings and repetitive, ritualized behaviors 

Facts

5 million Americans have OCD

OCD is a genetic element that tends 2 run in families

Common Compulsions

Hand washing Ordering Checking neatness Repeating words silently

Causes

OCD appears to be caused by a combination of psychological, biological and genetic factors.

Serotonin

A popular theory is that a genetic fault leads to a disruption of levels of a brain chemical called serotonin.

treatments People with OCD should get treatment

that is specific to OCD

Treatment for OCD involves a combination of counseling and medication. Usually antidepressant medication andGroup therapy

Results

OCD is generally not a huge problem

There is a 15% chance a person with OCD will commit suicide

Other than that a person can live a almost normal life with OCD

Resources

Google.com

Nimh.gov

Ocdonline.com