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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can happen to anyone, anywhere. Did you know that…? OCD is among the 10 leading causes of disability worldwide. (Source: World Health Organization)and
While the statistics on OCD are scary, it’s even more scary to be in the dark about OCD. Since education about OCD is one of THE most powerful weapons you need to win the battle against OCD… today I’m going to help you get started understanding how to win the battle against OCD. In fact, maybe right now you are concerned that you or a loved one has OCD? If so, you need the very latest OCD information … You need to know How to recognize the symptoms of OCD
When Does OCD Develop? OCD usually begins in the teen or early adult years. But children can have OCD too. According to the Obsessive-Compulsive Foundation, recent research shows that some children may even develop the illness as early as their preschool years… and that a full one-third of current adult OCD cases began in childhood. How Do I Know for Sure if You or Someone You Know Has OCD? Everybody experiences worries and doubts during their life and many of us have superstitions and funny little habits. But for some people … maybe even for you or a loved one… these feelings can become so strong that they literally take over your life. OCD-sufferers can become trapped in a pattern of repetitive thoughts and behaviors that are senseless and distressing but extremely difficult to overcome. Here’s how OCD works: a person has the same disturbing thoughts, ideas, or impulses over and over again. These are called obsessions. To relieve the anxiety and worry that result from the obsessions, the person begins doing certain things over and over again. These are called compulsions. For example, a person with germ fears (obsession) may wash his hands (compulsion) again and again and again and again. Until Recently, OCD was Considered Rare! Not because OCD was less prevalent in society until now. But because those afflicted were too embarrassed and ashamed to seek the help they needed or discuss their situation with others. People with OCD may try to keep their symptoms hidden or don’t understand what can be done. They feel their behavior is abnormal, strange or insane. When, in fact, it is more common than they realize.
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