Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

How can one prevent Obsessive Compulsive Disorder?

There is no way to prevent OCD, except to detect the illness as early as possible and to treat.......

What are the symptoms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder?

The two defining symptoms of OCD are obsessive thoughts and compulsive rituals.   Obsessions are persistent, repeated, anxiety-provoking or distressing thoughts that intrude into a person's consc....

What is the prognosis of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder?

Since OCD can be a chronic (long-lasting) condition, ongoing treatment may be necessary.   The outlook however is good. About 50% of patients improve and about 10% recover completely. Only 10% ge....

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder OCD: When should one seek medical advice?

Since the symptoms of OCD seldom disappear without treatment, you should contact your primary care doctor whenever obsessive thoughts or compulsions cause you significant distress or discomfort, inter....

What is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder?

In obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), a person is troubled by intrusive, distressing thoughts (obsessions) and feels the pressure to carry out repetitive behaviors (compulsions).   The exact ca....