How to Treat Compulsive Handwashing from OCD
Many individuals with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) wash their hands repeatedly for extended periods of time. While performing this ritual may …
Continue ReadingMany individuals with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) wash their hands repeatedly for extended periods of time. While performing this ritual may …
Continue ReadingHypochondriacs have a persistent fear of serious physical illness or a preoccupation with a perceived deformity or disfigurement. The overwhelming …
Continue ReadingThe use of exposure and response prevention (ERP) for people with OCD is a long and often times grueling experience for the individual. However, it is …
Continue ReadingHypochondriasis is a mental disorder that causes the sufferer to believe or constantly fear that they have an undiagnosed serious medical condition. …
Continue ReadingEvery child with trichotillomania is different and therefore requires a unique treatment plan; however there is a standard protocol for treating …
Continue ReadingObsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can control an individual’s life with unwanted thoughts and repetitive rituals. Therapy and medication can make a …
Continue ReadingOCD manifests in many forms but all are marked by obsessions and compulsions. There are ways people can help themselves to overcome the problems …
Continue ReadingObsessive compulsive disorder is comprised of obsessions and compulsions that are performed as repetitive behaviors. Read on to learn how to stop OCD …
Continue ReadingHoarders get so bogged down by their clutter that they often find it hard to reduce their collections to a manageable amount. Here are some tips to …
Continue ReadingMany people suffering from kleptomania, or stealing due to an almost uncontrollable urge, may find it hard to admit that they need help. Once …
Continue ReadingAnxiety affects more than six million Americans a year and at least one third of these are children. OCD and anxiety are connected because the …
Continue ReadingIndividuals suffering from intermittent explosive disorder (IED) tend to grossly overreact in anger to seemingly minor incidences. Find out what are …
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