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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder. Obsessions are recurrent thoughts, images or impulses that are intrusive and unwanted. Compulsions are time-consuming and distressing repetitive rituals. Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is characterized by obsessions and compulsions.

OCD can have a profound effect on a person’s life.

Psychological therapy, self-help techniques and medication can help people to recover from OCD.

Anxiety disorders can be successfully treated. Panic attacks are a common symptom of anxiety disorders. Untreated anxiety disorders can have serious effects on a person’s life and relationships. Treatments include cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and medications.

Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy. It may help you to change unhelpful or unhealthy ways of thinking, feeling and behaving.

CBT uses practical self-help strategies. These are designed to immediately improve your quality of life.

CBT can be an effective way to treat depression and anxiety.

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