Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a severe and disabling disorder characterized by intrusive disturbing thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors to deal with these thoughts (compulsions).

Obsessive-compulsive disorder is an anxiety disorder that affects countless children and adolescents. In fact, OCD is estimated to affect over one million children and adolescents in the United States ...

A new study provides the first direct evidence that experiencing acute trauma can cause the onset of obsessive-compulsive ...

Even if you mean well, these phrases usually hurt more than they help. Here’s what to say instead to show a loved one with ...

Some quirks can be chalked up to preference, but others can signal OCD. June 14, 2013— -- intro: Hooked on hand sanitizer? Closet organized to a T? Quirks like this can usually be chalked up to ...

Roughly 163 million people experience obsessive-compulsive disorder and its associated cycles of obsessions and compulsions. They have unwanted intrusive thoughts, images or urges; they also do ...

Nearly 40% of the survivors surveyed either experienced new OCD symptoms or saw their previous disorder intensify.The post Oct. 7 trauma likely caused spike in OCD symptoms, research shows appeared ...

When survivors of the October 7th attacks returned to what was left of their homes, many carried with them more than grief or ...

A look at Charlize Theron and more stars who have obsessive compulsive disorder. March 22, 2012 — -- intro: New mother Charlize Theron may have a tougher time than other new moms adjusting to her ...

GoodRx reports women spend over 50% more than men on mental health medications, totaling $5.4 billion vs. $3.6 billion in ...