Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder or OCD (OCN) is an anxiety disorder where the patient experiences intrusive irresistible thoughts (obsession) that produces anxiety, fear, uneasiness. Patient ends up doing repetitive behavior (compulsion). Patient may realize that their thoughts and actions are irrational and may become further distressed. It is also called Obsessive Compulsive Neurosis (OCN).

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder 1

Prevalence

It is fourth most common mental disorder. OCD may affect children, adolescent as well as adults. One in 60 adults all over world has OCD.

Causative factorsObsessive Compulsive Disorder 2

  • Hereditary – OCD in family. Genetic factors form major cause of OCD, which at times may not be clearly understood.
  • Environmental factors – Abuse, illness, death of loved ones, etc
  • Brain disease – Tissue changes in brain (temporal lobe lesions, low level of neurotransmitters) may cause OCD
  • Personality factors – Person with Obsessive traits or lack of confidence may suffer from it.

Symptoms of OCD

Obsession (thoughts) Fear of dirt or contamination by germs
Fear of dirt or contamination by germs Hand washing or bathing
Fear of thieves Checking latches
Need for order, symmetry or exactness Arranging and rearranging things
Fear of being embarrassed No interaction with society
Fear of thinking evil or sinful thoughts Continuous praying and preaching
Intrusive sexually explicit or violent thoughts and images Excessive sexual activities
Excessive focus on religious or moral ideas Praying and worshipping.

Homeopathic treatment for OCD:Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Homeopathy works better in the early cases of OCD. In our experience at Life Force, homeopathy does not work effectively in the chronic cases, especially who are dependent on the strong doses of conventional medicines.

Psychotherapy – Cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral therapy, decentralization technique, meditations may help in a supportive role.

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