OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder)

Definition

OCD is a chronic mental health disorder characterized by recurring, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) that lead to repetitive behaviors (compulsions).

Related terms

Anxiety Disorders:

A group of mental disorders characterized by significant feelings of anxiety and fear.

Exposure Therapy:

A psychological treatment that helps reduce fear and anxiety responses towards phobia, anxiety disorders or PTSD by exposing the person to the source of their fear in a safe environment.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT):

A type of psychotherapy that helps people identify and change destructive thought patterns that have negative influence on behavior and emotions.