Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD):This is an anxiety disorder characterized by uncontrollable, recurring thoughts (obsessions) and behaviors (compulsions) that one feels compelled to repeat over and over.
Rumination:This refers to compulsively focused attention on the symptoms of one's distress, its possible causes and consequences, as opposed to solutions. It’s like replaying an upsetting event in your mind over and over again.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT):A type of psychotherapy that helps patients understand how their thoughts and feelings influence their behaviors. It's often used to help manage problems such as depression, anxiety disorders, and intrusive thoughts.