The Truth about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
In many ways, people that suffer from obsessive compulsive disorder are like Feng Shui followers. The difference is that
people with OCD seek peace and contentment with where they are and what they are doing; feng shui followers seek good luck and
prosperity.
If you are not familiar with obsessive compulsive disorder, you surely do not understand the complexity of it. It is characterized as an
anxiety disorder that manifests itself as the presence of persistent and obsessive ideas, thoughts, and images. Unfortunately, these obsessive
ideas, thoughts and images will eventually lead to haywire impulses and irrational behaviors. Currently it is estimated that over 5 million
people in the United States suffer from this mental disorder and the figures go up each year.
A reality of many OCD sufferers is that they have the hardest time doing the simplest of activities in day to day life. In other words,
they have to check and recheck and recheck again, the same objects day in and day out. Take for example when someone with OCD leaves a
room. They cannot simply leave the room and shut the door, they must look back to make sure everything is exactly the way they envision
it. The looking back then turns into re-straightening objects, rechecking door locks, and the list goes on. There is no peace of
mind, which is ironically exactly what they seek.
In many ways, people that suffer from obsessive compulsive disorder are like Feng Shui followers. The difference is that people with OCD
seek peace and contentment with where they are and what they are doing; feng shui followers seek good luck and prosperity. The resemblance
however is that no matter if you have OCD or practice feng shui, daily habits turn into rituals that just happen.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Statistics
It helps prevent the body from using too much serotonin and allows the body to store what it needs to function properly. The other most commonly used herbs for treating OCD patients is passiflora, valerian, chamomile and lemon balm.
Music Therapy
Although this is not a highly tested area when it comes to treating obsessive compulsive disorder, music therapy has been shown to be beneficial for some people. Listening to specific music selections when anxiety levels are high has been proven to help OCD suffers cope with stressful situations. Furthermore, learning to play an instrument can also be very relaxing and can definitely distract from the compulsive thoughts that often race through the minds of people with OCD.
Medication For Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
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What many people may not realize about OCD is that it is extremely tiring, both in body and mind. Because of the constant brain activity
throughout the day, people with OCD can find themselves walking zombies half the time. Sometimes people with OCD appear to have other
problems rather than just OCD. This is probably because many OCD sufferers appear to be in their own world most of the time or are seen
demonstrating irrational behaviors out in public. OCD sufferers have the busiest minds in the world, and to them no matter what they do
their mind won't slow down.
The saying that OCD murders the mind -- is very alarming. Sufferers with OCD tell stories of how torturous the repetitive, compulsive
thoughts are. They often admit that suicidal thoughts and thoughts of hurting others are often very real and a very scary reality.
Sufferers become trapped in a world where they feel they have no escape and where the outside world thinks they are crazy. Most admit that
the onset started in their teens, sometimes even as early as preschool.
The truth of the matter is that all people with OCD are different, but they all battle the same enemy, obsessive thinking. No matter if
you have the checking mentality, a cleanliness obsession, the hoarding mentality or a out of control neat freak, the reality is that you can
drive yourself crazy just living your day to day life. Obsessive Compulsive Behavior
05/16/2008
Hap LeCrone: BDD sufferers often view themselves as unattractive (Waco Tribune-Herald)
DEAR DR. LeCRONE: My 20-year-old daughter has struggled for years with mental health issues including anxiety, depression and poor self-esteem. My daughter’s therapist has diagnosed her with body dysmorphic disorder. Will you please write on this topic? — A reader in Oklahoma
Hap LeCrone: BDD sufferers often view themselves as unattractive (Waco Tribune-Herald)
05/15/2008
Obesity tied to risk of psychiatric disorders (Reuters via Yahoo! News)
Obesity is a well known risk factor for certain physical health problems, but a new study suggests that heavy adults also have higher rates of psychiatric disorders.
Obesity tied to risk of psychiatric disorders (Reuters via Yahoo! News)
05/16/2008
Psychotherapy Reduces OCD Symptoms In Young Children, Helps Some Achieve Clinical Remission (Medical News Today)
Although children as young as 5 can be diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), few research studies have looked at treatments specifically geared toward young children with this disorder. Now, a new study from the Bradley Hasbro Children's Research Center provides some of the first evidence-based data on a successful intervention for early childhood OCD.
Psychotherapy Reduces OCD Symptoms In Young Children, Helps Some Achieve Clinical Remission (Medical News Today)
05/16/2008
Hap LeCrone: BDD sufferers often view themselves as unattractive (Waco Tribune-Herald)
DEAR DR. LeCRONE: My 20-year-old daughter has struggled for years with mental health issues including anxiety, depression and poor self-esteem. My daughter’s therapist has diagnosed her with body dysmorphic disorder. Will you please write on this topic? — A reader in Oklahoma
Hap LeCrone: BDD sufferers often view themselves as unattractive (Waco Tribune-Herald)
05/12/2008
Understanding self-injury (Taipei Times)
¡§I feel relieved and less anxious after I cut. The emotional pain slowly slips away into the physical pain.¡¨
Understanding self-injury (Taipei Times)
05/16/2008
Mother of shooting victim bemoans ‘culture of drugs' (The Ithaca Journal)
ITHACA — Under the cottonwood trees behind her South Hill home, Gloria Molina reflected on the death of her son Enrique “Ricky” Chavez and the sentence of Tarrant Sheppard.
Mother of shooting victim bemoans ‘culture of drugs' (The Ithaca Journal)
05/15/2008
Calendar (Columbus Telegram)
To publicize meetings and events, submit the groups name, meeting time and meeting location in writing no later than th...
Calendar (Columbus Telegram)
05/08/2008
Bleacher Banter: Strange behavior is 'normal' for us fans (The Haverhill Gazette)
I am not normal. Some might say I'm quirky. Others would argue that I'm not even sane. Hence, the reason I need sports, because it gives us all a safe and socially acceptable place to let our inner nut jobs out.
Bleacher Banter: Strange behavior is 'normal' for us fans (The Haverhill Gazette)
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