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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Last Updated: 05-Feb-2009

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder. People with OCD are besieged by thoughts, images and/or impulses which are unwanted, intrusive and involuntary (obsessions), and feel compelled to perform repetitive behavioural and mental rituals (compulsions).

Obsessions and compulsions can take up long periods of time and cause endless frustration and anxiety for the sufferer.

Personal stories are a valuable source of information and reassurance. They present first-hand accounts of the day to day challenges others have faced, and give insights into the coping strategies they have used.

Click on the video clips below to watch personal stories of the experience of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder from the perspective of patients, family and carers.

Experiences

Early signs

The early signs of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder are discussed.

Play 1:52 min 2.9 MB
Diagnosis and reaction

Participants discuss their feelings after Obsessive Compulsive Disorder diagnosis.

Play 2:52 min 5.5 MB
The symptoms of OCD

The symptoms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder are discussed.

Members Only 4:39 min 9.2 MB
Understanding OCD

Understanding Obsessive Compulsive Disorder on the path to recovery.

Members Only 3:00 min 6 MB
Other mental health issues

Dealing with other mental health issues along with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

Members Only 1:33 min 2.5 MB
Impact on life

Participants discuss the impact of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder on life.

Members Only 7:07 min 13.2 MB
Family and relationships

The impact of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder on family and relationships.

Members Only 5:36 min 10.5 MB
Telling other people

Participants discuss the issue of telling others about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

Members Only 8:59 min 4.7 MB
Treatment and support

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: The importance of the right treatment and support are discussed.

Members Only 6:25 min 12.1 MB
Recovery

Recovering from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

Members Only 2:30 min 4.6 MB
Closing thoughts

Positive thoughts about the future with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

Members Only 2:02 min 3.4 MB

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