Overview
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition that affects many individuals worldwide. It is characterized by persistent obsessions, which are unwanted thoughts that cause significant anxiety, and compulsions, which are repetitive behaviors performed to alleviate that anxi...
Key Terms
Example: Fear of contamination.
Example: Washing hands multiple times.
Example: Using CBT to challenge irrational fears.
Example: Gradually touching a doorknob without washing hands.
Example: Feeling anxious before a test.
Example: A mental health professional diagnosing OCD.
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Key Concepts
ObsessionsCompulsionsAnxietyTreatment