How to Identify the Symptoms of OCD?
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Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is far more than a desire for tidiness or organization—it's a serious mental health condition that affects how individuals think and behave, impacting 1-2% of the general population.

In this video, Dr. Katie Burns, a licensed clinical psychologist at Northside Behavioral Health Services, delves into the intricacies of OCD. She explains that the hallmark symptoms of OCD include intrusive thoughts—unwanted images or urges that cause significant distress, fear, and sometimes disgust. These intrusive thoughts often lead to compulsive behaviors as attempts to manage the resulting anxiety, creating a cycle of distress and compulsions.

For a formal diagnosis of OCD, a clinical interview with a mental health professional is essential. This comprehensive assessment includes evaluating the intensity and frequency of symptoms, personal and family medical history and may involve using the Yale-Brown Obsessive-Compulsive Scale (Y-BOCS).

The good news is that OCD is highly treatable. Watch as Dr. Burns outlines these effective treatments and emphasizes that overcoming OCD is possible with the right support, patience, and tools.

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