History of OCD: from Medieval to Current Times
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...
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Effects of Sertraline?
This article discusses the effects of sertraline on the structure of the brain in context of a new study.
Germ Phobias
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...
Compulsive Behaviors Related to OCD
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. ...
Promising Treatment for OCD and Depression
A significant number of people who suffer from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) also suffer from depression. While the exact mechanics are not fully understood, It...
Be like water
One metaphor OCD sufferers can use is that of a brick versus water. When we engage in our rituals and obsessions, it is all driven...
Thoughts on security
As OCD sufferers, one of the core conflicts that we suffer from is the struggle with control vs. risk. We are driven to compulsive behaviors...
Be like water
As one of the fundamental characteristics of OCD is that sufferers are driven to compulsive actions based on a belief that, by undertaking those actions,...