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Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a common mental health condition. In the U.S., around 1 in 40 adults and 1 in 100 children struggle with OCD. Psychiatrists used to consider OCD an anxiety disorder, but it is now in a unique category of mental illness. OCD sufferers experience two main problems: recurring thoughts or urges (obsessions) and recurring behaviors (compulsions). These two issues can lead to disruptions in an OCD patient’s life and impact their wellbeing. Obsessive-compulsive disorder symptoms can vary, and not everyone will experience symptoms in the same way. Let’s explore the symptoms and warning signs of OCD, as well as available treatment.
Healthy individuals can show enthusiasm for something in a balanced way. For example, you can become fascinated with things that bring you joy, such as a new TV show, a sport or a hobby. This isn’t the case with OCD. Obsession for OCD patients is always accompanied by fear or anxiety. Symptoms fall into six main categories:
There are other obsessive symptoms of OCD that don’t fall into the above categories. They include:
OCD symptoms follow a certain pattern. An OCD sufferer will typically experience a vicious cycle that goes like this:
After the temporary relief, the obsessive thought will arise again, and the pattern repeats. OCD patients engage in these compulsions as a way to ease their distress. Also, there are four main categories of compulsive behaviors:
As we can see, OCD symptoms can take many shapes and forms. It’s important to realize, though, that these all interfere with people’s lives in all sorts of ways. OCD is associated with distress, anxiety, fear and uncontrollable urges and behaviors. This can impact your work, social life, relationships, personal obligations and lifestyle. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is a treatable mental health condition. Here are some of the effective treatments that can provide relief.
The two main treatments for OCD are medication and therapy. Psychiatrists will usually prescribe selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) to ease a patient’s symptoms. SSRIs for OCD, which people also take for depression, include drugs like Prozac and Paxil. In addition, medication may be best for more severe cases of OCD or for patients who struggle to gain control over their symptoms. Many people with OCD find that some form of psychotherapy can help manage their obsessions and compulsions. Common psychotherapeutic approaches include:
OCD is a complex mental health condition. A person living with OCD might have a mixture of obsessive and compulsive symptoms as well as related conditions. For the person suffering from OCD, their thoughts and behaviors feel outside their control. With the right treatment, however, people with OCD can gain a sense of control and calm in their life. Promises Treatment Center can help you or your loved one through the treatment of OCD. Contact our recovery advisors today at 1.713.528.3709.