Hypochondriasis, or the obsessive fear of having a serious medical condition or illness, can cause great distress and have a detrimental impact on a person’s daily life. Although the exact cause is unknown, this article discusses the factors that may contribute to the development of the disorder.
Hypochondriasis is a mental disorder that causes the sufferer to believe or constantly fear that they have an undiagnosed serious medical condition. This article is a look at the hypochondriasis medications available to help hypochondriacs.
Every child with trichotillomania is different and therefore requires a unique treatment plan; however there is a standard protocol for treating children with this hair pulling disorder and it is outlined here. This resource will help parents and caregivers of children and teens with TTM.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can control an individual’s life with unwanted thoughts and repetitive rituals. Therapy and medication can make a tremendous difference, but self-help strategies matter, too. Read this article about OCD self help to stop this disorder from controlling your life.
OCD manifests in many forms but all are marked by obsessions and compulsions. There are ways people can help themselves to overcome the problems caused by their OCD.
Counting is a form of obsessive compulsive disorder and can affect any age group. Read on to learn more about OCD counting and what drives people to do it.
OCD encompasses a number of obsessive-compulsive behaviors. There are hoarders, checkers, washers and in this article we’ll look at OCD orderers, people who have the urge to arrange things in particular patterns.
Obsessive compulsive disorder is comprised of obsessions and compulsions that are performed as repetitive behaviors. Read on to learn how to stop OCD rituals.
Hoarding is the collection of excessive clutter and the inability to rid the home of these useless items. Hoarders need help from friends, family members, and professionals to clunk the junk.