OCD is a type of anxiety disorder that is characterised by uncontrollable, recurring, distressing thoughts (obsessions) and/or ritualistic behaviours (compulsions). Solh Wellness talks about its symptoms, treatment and how one can overcome it.

1. Obsessive Compulsive
Disorder

2. OCD is an anxiety disorder marked by uncontrollable, recurrent, upsetting
thoughts (obsessions) and/or ritualistic behaviors (compulsions). Unwanted,
intrusive thoughts that cause stress and anxiety are called obsessions.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can adversely impact your overall
health and personal life.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

3. Repeatedly washing your hands and cleaning
Frequently ensuring that doors are locked
Counting in specific patterns
Keeping things in order by turning them all the same way
Repeating a word, phrase, or a prayer out loud
Requesting assurance
Symptoms gradually appear and the person experiences the symptoms of obsessions
or compulsions. The symptoms might also interfere with life normal functioning such
as-
Signs that you have OCD

4. Biological factors: One theory describes that OCD occurs due to a breakdown
in the circuit in the brain. If you are suffering from this disorder then your brain
may find it difficult to decide what kinds of thoughts are to be turned off and
what not. Accordingly, you might either experience obsessions or compulsions.
Family history: Family history also plays a major role in suffering with this
disorder. Studies have found that if your mother/father suffers with OCD then
there are more chances for you to suffer with the same mental health problem.
Genetics: One single gene is responsible for OCD.
Stress: Stress occurred due to unknown or known reasons, relationship difficulties,
problematic school life, certain types of illness might trigger symptoms of OCD.
Experts agree to the fact that below factors might be the possible reasons for OCD:
Causes

5. According to studies, exercise is an effective treatment for OCD. When used as
part of a comprehensive treatment plan, it can aid in the faster and longer-term
recovery from OCD. It assists you in managing your daily stress and anxiety as
well as in regaining your focus after being distracted by all the negative
thoughts brought on by your obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Having a good sleeping routine is very necessary to live a happy and peaceful
life. It can also help you to deal with OCD.
Keep in touch with the people who care about you and who adore you. When
you talk about your issues with those who are closest to you, you will find the
strength to handle them.
Tips to overcome OCD

6. Medication, psychotherapy such as cognitive
behavioural therapy (CBT), and exposure and
response prevention (ERP) therapy may be used to
treat OCD
Keep in mind that different things will work for
different people at various times. Solh Wellness's
mental health professionals are trained to assess
psychological issues and provide you with the best
tools and solutions.
Treatment

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