2. OCD stands for Obsessive Compulsive
disorder
OCD- when an anxiety disorder characterized
by recurrent and persistent thoughts and
feelings and repetitive, ritualized behaviors
3. 5 million Americans have OCD
OCD is a genetic element that tends 2 run in
families
4. Hand washing
Ordering
Checking
neatness
Repeating words silently
5. OCD appears to be caused
by a combination of
psychological, biological and
genetic factors.
6. A popular theory is that a genetic fault leads to
a disruption of levels of a brain chemical called
serotonin.
7. People with OCD should get treatment that is
specific to OCD
Treatment for OCD involves a combination of
counseling and medication. Usually
antidepressant medication and
Group therapy
8. OCD is generally not a huge problem
There is a 15% chance a person with OCD will
commit suicide
Other than that a person can live a almost
normal life with OCD
