A community portal about Obsessive-compulsive disorder with blogs, videos, and photos. According to Wikipedia.org: Obsessive-compulsive disorder is a psychiatric disorder; more specifically, it is an anxiety disorder. OCD is manifested...
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A community portal about Obsessive-compulsive disorder with blogs, videos, and photos. According to Wikipedia.org: Obsessive-compulsive disorder is a psychiatric disorder; more specifically, it is an anxiety disorder. OCD is manifested in a variety of forms, but it is most commonly characterized by a subject's obsessive, distressing, intrusive thoughts and related compulsions which attempt to neutralize the obsessions.
Scientists studying compulsive behaviors in Doberman pinschers have found a gene they believe is associated with OCD — possibly the same gene that leads to obsessive-compulsive disorder in humans.
In dogs, compulsive behavior includes tail chasing, licking their legs until they develop infections, and pacing and circling — canine versions, perhaps, to repeated hand washing and other behaviors displayed by the 2.2 million Americans estimated to be affected by the disorder.
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NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - People who have a compulsive urge to collect and clutter their homes with junk can partly attribute their problem to genes, a new study confirms. In a twin study, researchers found that genetic predisposition explained a large amount of the risk for compulsive hoarding -- a mental health problem in which people have an overwhelming desire to accumulate items normally considered useless, like old newspapers or junk mail. Of the more than 5,000 twins in the study... Read Full Story
"It'll be Okay.": How I Kept Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) from Ruining My Life ( Paperback ) By Shannon Shy Buy new : $10.25 23 used and new from $7.61 Customer Rating: First tagged by Shannon Shy Related tags: psychology , anxiety , ocd , obsessive compulsive disorder , compulsive behavior , self-help Review & Description Shannon Shy is a senior civilian attorney with the Department of the Navy and a retired U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Lieutenant Colonel. In 1997, while on active duty... Read Full Story
NEW YORK (Reuters Life!) - People who have a compulsive urge to collect and clutter their homes with junk can partly attribute their problem to genes, according to a British study. Researchers from King's College London used a twin study to find that genetic predisposition explained a large amount of the risk for compulsive hoarding -- a mental health problem in which people have an overwhelming desire to accumulate items normally considered useless, like old newspapers or junk mail. Of the... Read Full Story
The Union League Club in New York City is expecting a beautiful audience tonight of cosmetic industry executives and powerful magazine publishers at The Fifth Annual Beyond Beauty Gala, honoring Heidi Manheimer, Chief Executive Officer for Shiseido Cosmetics America, and Lesley Jane Seymour, Editor-in-Chief of More Magazine. Founded by Linda Marshall, President, Elysee Scientific Cosmetics, in memory of her son, the Beyond Beauty Gala benefits The James E. Marshall OCD Foundation, an... Read Full Story
Obsessive compulsive disorder symptoms vary from mild to severe. OCD sufferers are obsessive, meticulous, and sometimes even appear to be “psychotic”. OCD is a mental illness that can be effectively treated but not permanently cured. It is important to find the right treatment before it becomes worse.
Perfectionists have similar signs as people with OCD. Having a healthy appetite for reaching perfection can be a positive thing. But if you are obsessing over it repeatedly and cannot find... Read Full Story
Ashley Bystrom was terrified of germs. Jared Kant worried his own thoughts could hurt other people. Both children overcame the paralyzing fears that accompanied their obsessive-compulsive disorder, success that they feel driven to share with others. That's why neither would miss the Obsessive Compulsive Foundation's annual conference, an event this weekend where the personal connections and support are as important as the speakers and seminars. "I like meeting other kids and learning about... Read Full Story
I teach a high school psychology class and I want to show my students documentaries about phobias and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). I've been having trouble finding any, though. Can anyone suggest any documentaries or programs available on DVD that… Read Full Story
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is one form of anxiety disorder that is fueled by recurring thoughts, fears and images that the person feels are out of control. Some people with OCD also experience frequent panic attacks or are diagnosed with panic disorder because many of the rituals and compulsions associated with OCD can fuel the stress and anxiety cycle, and trigger a full-blown panic attack. According to WebMD, the rituals that the person with OCD performs helps to reduce anxiety... Read Full Story
By Susan Yeager Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is one form of anxiety disorder that is fueled by recurring thoughts, fears and images that the person feels are out of control. Some people with OCD also experience frequent panic attacks or are diagnosed with panic disorder because many of the rituals and compulsions associated with OCD can fuel the stress and anxiety cycle, and trigger a full-blown panic attack. According to WebMD, the rituals that the person with OCD performs helps to... Read Full Story
