Obsessive-Compulsive
Disorder
Obsessions
- irrational, disturbing thoughts that intrude into consciousness
Compulsions
- repetitive behaviour or rituals performed to alleviate obsessions
Performance
of these rituals neutralize the anxiety, however relief is only temporary
- Cleaning: repeatedly washing hands or
cleaning home
- Checking: check several or even hundreds of
times to make sure that stoves are turned off or doors are locked
- Repeating: some repeat a name, phrase or
action over and over
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