Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can be grouped together with mental illness in general, as well as with specific sub-domains of mental illness. However, OCD has unique...
While we know smog affects our respiratory and cardiovascular system health, it could also have important implications for mental health and cognitive abilities. Research by...
A recent study by Melin, Skärsäter, Mowat Hogland, and Ivarsson (Journal of Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders, July, 2015 issue, pages 1-6) looked at the feasibility...
Germ phobias are exaggerated and often debilitating fears of germs. These fears are part of the anxiety spectrum and often are symptoms of OCD, although...
Definition of Compulsions and Compulsive Behaviors Compulsive behaviors are actions that are performed persistently and repetitively without necessarily resulting in any reward or positive effect. ...
Heroin addiction and the coinciding detox and rehabilitation process of addiction to this drug are complex, difficult and possibly dangerous. However, continuing to use the...
Oxycodone is a strong opiate painkiller that is highly habit-forming. Medically, it is meant to ease medium to severe chronic and terminal pain. People who...