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Submitted on the 2010/04/22 01:29:16
By: Unity
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There are so many different OCD types. Thought it would be interesting to name a few.
Checking Compulsions:
Repeatedly checking to see whether something is safely closed or turned off, such as going back several times to check if the door is securely closed or electrical appliances switched off.
Checking to make sure 1 hasn't harmed someone. For instance driving around the block repeatedly to ensure no 1 has been run over.
Checking and rechecking for mistakes, for instance when balancing a checkbook or doing homework.
Temper gets you into trouble; pride keeps you there.
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Submitted on the 2010/04/24 08:26:36
By: Unity
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Miscellaneous Obsessions.
Preoccupation with the following:
Easily bothered by certain sounds and noises such as clocks ticking, loud noises or buzzing.
Intrusive nonsense sounds, music, words. Certain songs will be repeated over and over in the mind.
Temper gets you into trouble; pride keeps you there.
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Submitted on the 2010/04/25 12:01:59
By: Unity
Location : South Africa
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I realize today, my OCD is a phobia about even numbers, I can't log off from any sites unless my postings are even numbers.
Temper gets you into trouble; pride keeps you there.
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Submitted on the 2011/06/02 08:19:22
By: Unity
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Obsessions about Dirt and Contamination.
Obsessive Need for Order or Symmetry
Obsessions about Hoarding or Saving
Obsessions with Sexual Content
Repetitive Rituals
Nonsensical Doubts
Religious Obsessions (Scrupulosity)
Obsessions with Aggressive Content
Obsessions with Food and Weight
Superstitious Fears
Compulsions about Having Things Just Right
Hoarding Compulsions
Checking Compulsions
Temper gets you into trouble; pride keeps you there.
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Submitted on the 2011/06/02 08:21:13
By: Unity
Location : South Africa
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Other Compulsions:
Pathological slowness in carrying out even the most routine activities
Blinking or staring rituals
Asking over and over for reassurance (ask a loved one if you're not sure!)
Behaviors based on superstitious beliefs (such as fixed bedtime rituals to "ward off" evil or the need to avoid stepping on cracks in the sidewalk)
A feeling of dread if some arbitrary act is not performed
The overpowering need to tell someone something or to ask someone something or to confess something
The need to touch, tap or rub certain objects repeatedly
Counting compulsions: counting panes in windows or billboards along a highway, for example
Mental rituals, such as reciting silent prayers in a effort to make a bad thought go away
Excessive list making
Temper gets you into trouble; pride keeps you there.
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Submitted on the 2011/07/10 11:12:31
By: Unity
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OCD Cure
While there isn`t an outright cure for OCD at the moment, there are various treatments that you can try that will greatly alleviate your symptoms, so that you can become better at going longer and longer - symptom free!
Temper gets you into trouble; pride keeps you there.
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Submitted on the 2011/07/15 09:23:03
By: Firechild
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Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), a type of anxiety disorder, is a potentially disabling illness that traps people in endless cycles of repetitive thoughts and behaviors. People with OCD are plagued by recurring and distressing thoughts, fears, or images (obsessions) that they cannot control. The anxiety (nervousness) produced by these thoughts leads to an urgent need to perform certain rituals or routines (compulsions). The compulsive rituals are performed in an attempt to prevent the obsessive thoughts or make them go away.
Although the ritual may make the anxiety go away temporarily, the person must perform the ritual again when the obsessive thoughts return. This OCD cycle can progress to the point of taking up hours of the person's day and significantly interfering with normal activities. People with OCD may be aware that their obsessions and compulsions are senseless or unrealistic, but they cannot stop themselves.
What Are the Symptoms of OCD?
The symptoms of OCD, which are the obsessions and compulsions, may vary. Common obsessions include:
Fear of dirt or contamination by germs.
Fear of causing harm to another.
Fear of making a mistake.
Fear of being embarrassed or behaving in a socially unacceptable manner.
Fear of thinking evil or sinful thoughts.
Need for order, symmetry, or exactness.
Excessive doubt and the need for constant reassurance.
Common compulsions include:
Repeatedly bathing, showering, or washing hands.
Refusing to shake hands or touch doorknobs.
Repeatedly checking things, such as locks or stoves.
Constant counting, mentally or aloud, while performing routine tasks.
Constantly arranging things in a certain way.
Eating foods in a specific order.
Being stuck on words, images or thoughts, usually disturbing, that won't go away and can interfere with sleep.
Repeating specific words, phrases, or prayers.
Needing to perform tasks a certain number of times.
Collecting or hoarding items with no apparent value.
You! Off my planet!
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Submitted on the 2011/07/15 09:23:57
By: Firechild
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What Causes OCD?
Although the exact cause of OCD is not fully understood, studies have shown that a combination of biological and environmental factors may be involved.
Biological Factors: The brain is a very complex structure. It contains billions of nerve cells -- called neurons -- that must communicate and work together for the body to function normally. The neurons communicate via electrical signals. Special chemicals, called neurotransmitters, help move these electrical messages from neuron to neuron. Research has found a link between low levels of one neurotransmitter -- called serotonin -- and the development of OCD. In addition, there is evidence that a serotonin imbalance may be passed on from parents to children. This means the tendency to develop OCD may be inherited.
In addition, certain areas of the brain appear to be affected by the serotonin imbalance that leads to OCD. This problem seems to involve the pathways of the brain that link the area of the brain that deals with judgment and planning, and the area of the brain that filters messages involving body movements.
Studies also have found a link between a certain type of infection caused by the Streptococcus bacteria and OCD. This infection, if recurrent and untreated, may lead to the development of OCD and other disorders in children.
Environmental Factors: There are environmental stressors that can trigger OCD in people with a tendency toward developing the condition. Certain environmental factors may also cause a worsening of symptoms. These factors include:
Abuse
Changes in living situation
Illness
Death of a loved one
Work- or school-related changes or problems
Relationship concerns
How Common Is OCD?
OCD afflicts about 3.3 million adults and about 1 million children and adolescents in the U.S. The disorder usually first appears in childhood, adolescence, or early adulthood. It occurs about equally in men and women and affects people of all races and socioeconomic backgrounds.
How Is OCD Diagnosed?
There is no laboratory test to diagnose OCD. The doctor bases his or her diagnosis on an assessment of the patient's symptoms, including how much time the person spends performing his or her ritual behaviors.
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Submitted on the 2011/07/15 09:25:04
By: Firechild
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How Is OCD Treated?
OCD will not go away by itself, so it is important to seek treatment. The most effective approach to treating OCD combines medications with cognitive-behavior therapy.
Cognitive behavior therapy : The goal of cognitive behavior therapy is to teach people with OCD to confront their fears and reduce anxiety without performing the ritual behaviors (called exposure therapy or exposure and response prevention therapy). Therapy also focuses on reducing the exaggerated or catastrophic thinking that often occurs in people with OCD.
Medication therapy : Tricyclic antidepressants, such as Anafranil, and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressants, such as Paxil, Prozac and Zoloft may be helpful in treating OCD.
In severe cases of OCD and in people who do not respond to medical and behavioral therapy, electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) or psychosurgery may be used to treat OCD. During ECT, electrodes are attached to the patient's head, and a series of electric shocks are delivered to the brain, which induce seizures. The seizures cause the release of neurotransmitters in the brain.
What Is the Outlook for People With OCD?
In most cases, OCD can be successfully treated with medication, cognitive-behavior therapy, or both. With ongoing treatment, most people can achieve long-term relief from symptoms and return to normal or near-normal functioning.
Can OCD Be Prevented?
OCD cannot be prevented. However, early diagnosis and treatment can help reduce the time a person spends suffering from the condition.
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Submitted on the 2011/07/15 17:46:33
By: Unity
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( topics have been merged )
Temper gets you into trouble; pride keeps you there.
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Submitted on the 2011/11/02 08:03:11
By: Unity
Location : South Africa
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For years I battled with cleaning ( OCD ) had to keep wiping things down, marks on the walls or light switches had to be wiped down every 2 hours.
I taught myself to control that and then started with once a day, then once a week.
The other day I found myself back in the same rut, handy andy in one hand and cloth in other, seems some habits never break.
Temper gets you into trouble; pride keeps you there.
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Submitted on the 2011/12/14 08:23:03
By: Unity
Location : South Africa
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Ok I give up.. I am not able to cope a day without my LISTS....
Temper gets you into trouble; pride keeps you there.
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