Obsessive compulsive behavior

Summary


The first article being evaluated is on the recognition and treatment of obsessive- compulsive disorder in general. This psychological illness was once considered rare but is now recognized as relatively common. [1] The criteria for the disorder are either obsessions or compulsions, but both are usually present. The patient diagnosed the disorder will usually have thoughts, or obsessions, that are so extreme that they interfere with normal daily life. As do the compulsions, which are ritualistic physical or mental activities used by the patient to counteract the obsessions.
[2] The onset of the disorder usually occurs in early adulthood, though it is not limited to. It usually runs in the patient’s family. It is a highly untreated disorder due to the embarrassment and fears associated with behavior that is often viewed as highly ridiculous.
[3] The treatment of the diso...