Obsessive compulsive disorder

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) /ɒbˈsɛsɪv kəmˈpʌlsɪv dɪsˈɔːdər/ is a chronic and long-lasting mental disorder in which a person has uncontrollable, reoccurring thoughts (obsessions) and/or behaviors (compulsions) that he or she feels the urge to repeat over and over.

Etymology

The term "Obsessive Compulsive Disorder" is derived from the Latin word "obsidere" which means "to occupy" and the Latin word "compellere" which means "to compel". The term "disorder" comes from the Old French "desordre" which means "lack of order".

Symptoms

Symptoms of OCD include both obsessions and compulsions. Obsessions are repeated thoughts, urges, or mental images that cause anxiety. Compulsions are repetitive behaviors that a person with OCD feels the urge to do in response to an obsessive thought.

Related Terms

• Anxiety Disorder
• Mental Health
• Psychiatry
• Psychology
• Therapy

Treatment

Treatment for OCD typically involves a combination of psychotherapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and medication. Medications commonly used include selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs).

See Also

• Mental Disorder
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Phobia

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Obsessive compulsive disorder
• Wikipedia's article - Obsessive compulsive disorder

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