Recent research has revealed a possible genetic mutation that could be the cause of OCD. Researchers funded by the National Institutes of Health have found a mutation in the human serotonin transporter gene, hSERT, in unrelated families with OCD. Violence is rare among OCD sufferers, but the d...
Under a Creative Commons license open accessHighlights Abstract Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition causing significant decline in the quality of life of sufferers and the limited knowledge on the pathophysiology hinders successful treatment. The aim of the current study was...
Is adjustment disorder a mood disorder? Is anger a symptom of depression? Is a mood swing a disorder? Does manic depression run in the family? Is depression a mental health issue? Is manic depression hereditary? Major depression is to ___, as dysthymic disorder is to ___. Is ...
Yet, statistics show individuals with personality disorders are some of the least likely to pursue mental health support. And those who do seek professional support often end up seeking therapy for addiction or impulse control, not knowing those are actually symptoms of the bigger issue – a perso...
Being told to “go on a diet” or “exercise more” can be emotionally devastating for someone suffering from a compulsive overeating disorder, because it is most often a symptom to a bigger issue mental health issue he or she cannot self-medicate. Fortunately, effective, long-lasting ...
The author focuses on the issue of whether causal use of mental health terms, such as obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), rage, and depression, in conversation and memes on social media trivialise the reality of the conditions. She explains why there is a need to confront ignorance about ...
OCD Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a common mental health problem that can make daily life very difficult to manage. It involves obsessive thoughts, worries or doubts that then turn into compulsive behaviour to attempt to reduce concerns caused by the obsession. ...
obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD); and. psychotic disorders. How do you know if you're emotionally disabled? Warning Signs of Mental Illness Sleep or appetite changes — Dramatic sleep and appetite changes or decline in personal care.
References to ROCD1-7typically classify it as a distinct manifestation ofobsessive-compulsivedisorder (OCD). Those with OCD often experience distressing intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and feel compelled to engage in behaviors or mental rituals (compulsions) to alleviate the resulting distress. While OC...
a great chat with a clinical psychologist colleague aboutobsessive-compulsivedisorder (OCD). He said the key thing about understanding and diagnosing OCD is not the symptoms and the traits but, rather, their effects—you might wash your hands a lot or check your front door lock more than...