OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER
Obsessive compulsive disorder is a type of anxiety disorder. People with obsessive-compulsive disorder have fear and anxiety due to repetitive and stressful thoughts that they cannot control; therefore they go to the urgent need to perform some rituals.
The rituals performed temporarily stop the anxiety and relax the person; but these repeated rituals disrupt the daily functionality of the person after a while. People with obsessive-compulsive disorder know that their obsessions and obsessions are unrealistic; but they can’t stop it.
People with obsessions often ask in certain environments and situations, “Is there any contamination, … is there dirt? Did I just close the door? Did I unplug the iron?, …ya. could I damage it?, could I have done it without realizing it?, Did something fall out?, Is there something missing? … did I want? …. do I want? … can I cause an accident? … is it all right?, … do I understand it all? They fight thoughts like “.
What are the symptoms of OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)?
Common obsessive symptoms:
Fear of contamination or contamination
Don’t be afraid to hurt someone else
Don’t be afraid to think evil or sinful
The need for order, symmetry, perfection
Excessive doubt and need for constant reassurance
Common symptoms of compulsions:
Washing, showering, or washing your hands repeatedly
Refusal to shake hands or touch the doorknob
Counting loudly or spontaneously while doing routine tasks
The need to do things a certain number of times
collecting or hoarding things of no value
Constantly checking things like locks, stoves
constantly arranging things in a certain way
Words, images that are often disturbing, haunting, and disruptive to sleep
or get stuck in thoughts
Repeating certain words, phrases or prayers
What causes obsessive-compulsive disorder?
Studies have shown that biological and environmental factors may be associated with OCD.
Biological factors: The brain is a complex structure. There are billions of nerve cells called neurons that are needed for the normal functioning of the body. Neurons communicate via electrical signals. Chemicals called neurotransmitters help transmit these signals from neuron to neuron.
helps. Studies have identified a link between lowering levels of a neurotransmitter called serotonin and the development of OCD. There is also evidence that the serotonin imbalance is passed from parent to child. This is an indication that obsessive-compulsive disorder may be genetic. Also, certain areas of the brain are affected by an imbalance of serotonin, which leads to OCD. This is an indication that obsessive-compulsive disorder may be genetic.
Environmental factors: Some environmental stressors can trigger OCD. Certain environmental factors can worsen this condition. These; abuse, life changes, illness, death of a loved one, changes or problems with work or school, relationship concerns.
How is OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) treated?
OCD doesn’t go away on its own, so it’s important to treat it. The best treatment is medication and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Cognitive behavior therapy: With this therapy method, the unrealistic thoughts that cause the person to perform his rituals are detected, and the person is made aware of these thoughts. After these thoughts are healed, exposure for repetitive behaviors is studied and repetitive behaviors are reduced.
Medication: It is the treatment administered by a psychiatrist. The person goes to the doctor at regular intervals and the medication is followed up.
If you think you are experiencing these symptoms, if you spend long hours repeating these behaviors in your daily life, you should definitely get support from a specialist. Remember, with the appropriate treatment method, you can overcome OCD and return to your daily life in a healthy way.
You can return.
