Reviewed By Dr. Huma Ameer
Reviewed By Dr. Huma Ameer
Obsessive compulsive disorder or OCD is a term used very loosely these days for unnecessary repetition of behaviors but the disorder itself is much more than mindless repetition. People suffering from OCD have a hard time concentrating on anything else unless they live out their obsessions. Awareness about OCD is necessary for its management and also for avoiding insensitivity towards those who have it.
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OCD is an anxiety based disorder which means that the actual reason for the behavior that comes with OCD is anxiety. In OCD, anxiety is translated into involuntary thoughts called obsessions. The obsessions are usually about some harm that may happen to the person itself or a loved one if a certain task is not performed by the obsessed. The obsessed then in order to avoid these thoughts, performs the required task or depicts the required behavior. The behaviors that results from avoidance of obsessions are known as compulsions thus giving the name ‘obsessive compulsive’ to this disorder.
There are numerous types of obsessions but generally people with OCD experience one or more of the following obsessions.
Not everyone’s obsessions are same but the experience of OCD for each sufferer is equally difficult. It heavily influences everyday life and disturbs normal functioning. A lot of the times it paralyzes people mentally and they are unable to perform routine tasks and are stuck in a dreadful cycle of compulsions. There is however, hope and with help one can function in a much better way. Here are some ways you can control your OCD rather than letting it control you.
If you are experiencing OCD then contact a psychologist at your earliest. You can also book an appointment with top psychologists in Islamabad, Karachi and Multan through oladoc.com or call our helpline at 042-3890-0939 to get directed to the specialists suitable for your specific concerns.
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