obsessiivkompulsiivse

Obsessiivkompulsiivse, often referred to as OCD, is a mental health disorder characterized by a pattern of unwanted obsessions and/or compulsions. Obsessions are recurrent and persistent thoughts, urges, or images that are experienced as intrusive and unwanted, causing significant anxiety or distress. These obsessions can vary widely but often involve themes of contamination, harm, symmetry, or unwanted taboo thoughts. Individuals with OCD typically attempt to ignore or suppress these obsessions or neutralize them with a compulsion.

Compulsions are repetitive behaviors or mental acts that the individual feels driven to perform in response to an obsession or according to rigidly applied rules. These compulsions are aimed at preventing or reducing anxiety or distress or preventing some dreaded event or situation. However, the behaviors or mental acts are not realistically connected to what they are designed to neutralize or prevent, or are clearly excessive. Common compulsions include excessive washing, ordering, checking, and repeating.

The obsessions and compulsions in OCD are time-consuming, typically taking more than an hour a day, or cause clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning. OCD can significantly impact an individual's quality of life, relationships, and ability to work or attend school. It is important to note that OCD is a treatable condition, and effective therapies, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure and response prevention (ERP), as well as medication, are available. Diagnosis and treatment should be managed by qualified mental health professionals.