There are several misconceptions like these about OCD, which can be very distressing for people who have it. Read on to learn other facts about OCD, including ways to treat the disorder.
While ADHD and OCD share some of the same symptoms, they feel very different to the people experiencing them. People with ADHD tend to have more externalizing behaviors. This means that they ...
The DSM-5-TR notes trichotillomania used to be considered an impulse-control disorder, but in 2022, experts noted that, like with OCD, people with trichotillomania typically: try to quit the ...
After struggling for years with severe OCD, Jorun Christianson found hope through deep brain stimulation at University of Utah Health. This innovative treatment transformed his life, allowing him to ...
The conversation with Becker-Haimes has been edited for length and clarity: What is OCD? It is like a cousin to anxiety disorders, and oftentimes, people have both OCD and anxiety. It’s also one ...