It is an anxiety disorder where the sufferer has obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. OCD affects more than 2 million people in North America. It is characterized by recurrent disturbing thoughts (obsessions) and a strong desire to do something over and over again (compulsions). The second anxiety disorder to be identified is much more common than the other anxiety disorders.
Symptoms:
- Unwanted and disturbing thoughts or ideas that will not go away (obsessions) such as fear of dirt and germs, getting sick from shaking hands, needing things in a specific order, thinking about harming others, including loved ones, constant need to do something, thoughts of violence.
- Repetitive behaviors or mental acts the person feels driven to perform over and over again (compulsions). They include hand washing, counting things, checking things, touching items, and putting objects in a specific order.
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