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  • Going to extremes to counter OCD behavior

  • Have to force my family to make sure they are clean too

  • I keep worrying that the gas is still switched on

  • Change my clothes a few times a day because of cleanliness

  • Doing irrational things to prevent other irrational actions from happening

  • Getting family to check the locks multiple times before leaving the house

  • Feeling more sensitive or irritable

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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022

What is obsessive-compulsive disorder?

A mental illness where a patient has uncontrollable, recurring thoughts, ideas, or sensations (obsessions) that make them feel compelled to do something repeatedly, like cleaning or washing their hands (compulsions).

Symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder

  • Unable to stop oneself from doing irrational things

  • Feeling compelled to check frequently that doors are locked or the stove is switched off

  • Frequently feeling anxious

  • Feeling more sensitive or irritable

  • My anxiety doesn't go away or keeps coming back repeatedly

  • Getting anxious about anything and everything

  • Often feel uneasy and restless; unable to feel calm or at peace

  • Feeling flustered or scared

Questions your doctor may ask to check for obsessive-compulsive disorder

Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose obsessive-compulsive disorder

  • Do you feel compelled to check frequently that doors are locked or the stove is switched off?

  • Do you feel anxious everyday?

  • Do you feel more sensitive or irritable?

  • Does your anxiety not go away, or keeps coming back again and again?

  • Do you get anxious about anything and everything?

Treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), a kind of psychotherapy, is effective for many patients with OCD. Common psychiatric medications, like antidepressants, may also be prescribed to treat OCD.

View the symptoms of Obsessive-compulsive disorder

Diseases related to Obsessive-compulsive disorder

References

  • Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)

    https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/obsessive-compulsive-disorder-ocd/

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Reviewed By:

Weston S. Ferrer, MD

Weston S. Ferrer, MD (Psychiatry)

Weston Ferrer is a physician leader, psychiatrist, and clinical informaticist based in San Francisco. With nearly a decade of experience in academia and more recent immersion in industry, he has made significant contributions to the fields of digital health, health tech, and healthcare innovation. | As an Associate Professor at UCSF, Weston was involved in teaching, leadership, and clinical practice, focusing on the intersection of technology and mental health. He recently led mental health clinical for Verily (formerly Google Life Sciences), where he applied his expertise to develop innovative solutions for mental healthcare using the tools of AI/ML, digital therapeutics, clinical analytics, and more.. | Weston is known for his unique ability to innovate and support product development while bringing pragmatism to technology entrepreneurship. He is a strong advocate for patient-centered care and is committed to leveraging technology to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities. |

Yu Shirai, MD

Yu Shirai, MD (Psychiatry)

Dr. Shirai works at the Yotsuya Yui Clinic for mental health treatment for English and Portuguese-speaking patients. He treats a wide range of patients from neurodevelopmental disorders to dementia in children and participates in knowledge sharing through the Diversity Clinic.

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