OCD ( obsessive- compulsive disorder ), "obsessions" ( means unwanted , intrusive) is a mental health conditions that causes people to experience unwanted thoughts and behaviors.
There are some symptoms of OCD, We have;
- Needing things to be orderly and balanced
- Fear of contamination or dirt
- Aggressive in nature
- Doubting
- Checking
There are types of OCD;
- Washing type :they wash and cleaning excessively
- Checking type : they keep checking things repeatedly
- Mental type :the overthink
We have different causes of it , we have
- Genetics
- Family history
- Stress/trauma.
- Depression and anxiety
There are treatment for it ; - The use of antidepressants.
- Family therapy
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- support from groups and mindfulness
People living with OCD can also seek professional help and practice self help , join support groups .
People should also be educated about this illness , it is because most people don't have an idea what it is all about and think those with OCD are proud or don't want to related with others.
Proper awareness should be made and they should also educate on how to treat it .