Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Archives

What Causes OCD?

Imagine that each time you had an unwelcome thought you became fixated on it so much that it caused you great fear and anxiety. Now, imagine that in order to free yourself of those feelings, you had to complete a series of formulaic actions each time you had the upsetting thought. This…

Five Tips for Managing OCD

OCD is a type of anxiety disorder that affects more than 2% of adults in the United States, according to National Institute Mental Health, with symptoms typically appearing around age 19. People affected by obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) have certain thoughts or perform certain rituals or routines over and over. These frequent…

OCD Medication Choices

We all have that friend who we consider a “neat freak,” or who seems to worry far too much for their own good. There are a number of reasons people may possess these characteristics, but it is likely that these personality traits do not impede one’s ability to be an active participant…

Do I have OCD?

Imagine that each time you had an undesirable thought you became fixated on it so much so that it causes you extensive fear and anxiety. Now, imagine that in order to rid yourself of those feelings, you had to complete a series of time consuming, ritualistic actions each time you had the…

What is an OCD Test?

As human beings living in a hectic world, it is easy to fantasize about how pleasurable it would be to escape from daily worries. Not having to stress about the cleanliness of your home, the wellbeing of your family, or your own safety would be desirable to many. However, we learn to…

Benefits of Deep TMS for OCD Treatments Los Angeles

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Mental illness can be a difficult thing to understand, particularly for those of us who have not had the unfortunate experience of living with one. It is common for there to be misconceptions about those who struggle with mental conditions, and many beliefs about what the symptoms entail are inaccurate. Obsessive-compulsive disorder…

What are OCD Symptoms?

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It is normal for people to have unwanted thoughts or feelings once in a while, and everyone has specific measures they take to deal with such these intrusive thoughts. However, if you are frequently experiencing repetitive mental intrusions that do not subside until you perform a ritualistic behavior, you may have obsessive-compulsive…

Popular OCD Treatment: TMS

Obsessive compulsive disorder, (OCD), is a chronic condition affecting nearly one out of 40 people in America at least once in their life, according to the National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI). There are multiple options available for treating OCD, including drug therapy or cognitive behavioral therapy. However, not everyone currently seeking treatment for OCD is receiving the relief that…

Three Popular OCD Treatments

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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a uniquely destructive disorder characterized by obsessions, or repetitive and intrusive thoughts, and compulsions, ritualized and habitual behaviors. These can manifest in a multitude of different ways, ranging from repetitive hand-washing to hoarding. The only common link between these varied behaviors is the mental toll that they…