Obsessive Compulsive Disorders
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a psychiatric anxiety disorder that many suffer from, and is characterized by compulsive behaviors in a person. Someone who suffers from OCD often has the compulsion to repeat a ritual or action over and over again. This behavior is often done in order to relieve stress or anxiety. This works only temporarily, so the person continues to repeat the behavior. Some people can be completely unaware that the stress and anxiety they feel is from obsessive-compulsive disorder. Because of the different types of obsessive-compulsive disorder we suggest your loved one receive a diagnosis from a mental health practitioner.
Symptoms
The following is a brief description of obsessive-compulsive disorder and its manifestations.
A person with OCD may have a fear of germs. This person will continuously clean themselves, clothes, and personal space. The fear of germs drives them to clean everything repeatedly. He or she will wash their hands repeatedly, obsessively scrub the kitchen floors or sinks; disinfect their house over and over again. A person with OCD is driven by fear and unfortunately will never feel like the goal is achieved. The compulsion soon returns and the vicious cycle is repeated. Organization can be a sign of OCD, when things have to be rechecked several times. Driving around the block to check the garage door or excessively checking the door locks, are also signs of OCD. There are many other manifestations of OCD that are not listed.
Treatment
Different types of treatment exist for OCD, from cognitive therapy to behavioral therapy to medication or any combination of the three. Some people may be reluctant to get treatment, or be completely unaware of their compulsive behaviors. Our interventionist can assist the family in getting your loved one to treatment. Your family member doesn’t have to live like this any longer, there is treatment available, and we can help.
Intervention
Just by reading this, you are closer to finding help for a loved one. The next step is to call for assistance from a professional interventionist. Calls are confidential and anonymous. Please call Intervention Authority at 1 (877) 627-0384 (toll-free) or 1 (949) 636-1268 (outside the United States). You can also email us at info@interventionauthority.com.
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