Understanding Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) - A Comprehensive Overview
OCD is a mental health condition characterized by obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. Common obsessions include fears of harm, contamination, and the need for order, while compulsions involve repetitive actions like cleaning, checking, and ordering. The cycle of OCD perpetuates these behavi
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Management of Inflammatory Psychiatric Disease with Focus on PANS in Pediatric Patient
Dr. Margo Thienemann discusses the psychiatric medication management of a 10-year-old boy with inflammatory psychiatric disease, particularly focusing on Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS). The patient presented with various symptoms including compulsions, mood swings, OCD, oppos
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Understanding Contamination OCD: Symptoms, Obsessions, and Misconceptions
Contamination OCD is a subset of OCD characterized by severe fears of becoming contaminated by germs or getting sick. Individuals with this condition may exhibit compulsions such as avoidance, excessive washing, and health testing. It's crucial to differentiate between normal intrusive thoughts and
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Understanding Obsessive Beliefs Related to Disgust Using IRAP
Obsessions in OCD stem from misinterpretations of intrusive thoughts leading to distress and compulsions. Cognitive domains, like excessive responsibility and perfectionism, play a role in OCD symptoms. Teachman (2006) linked these cognitive domains to disgust interpretation processes. This study ex
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