Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

 


Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a chronic mental health condition that involves obsessions, compulsions, or both. In the United States, around 2 to 3 percent of people have this condition, according to the American Psychiatric Association.

People living with OCD typically experience obsessions, or repetitive unwanted thoughts that prompt an extreme urge to repeat a specific behavior. They then act out that urge, or compulsion, to help relieve the obsessive thought.

Plenty of people double-check to make sure they’ve locked the front door or turned off the stove. It’s also very common to have a superstition or two, like knocking on wood or wearing your team’s jersey when they play. These habits might help you feel more secure, but they don’t automatically suggest OCD.

If you experience obsessions or compulsions, a trained mental health professional can help you get a diagnosis and explore the best treatment options.

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