Question

what is meant by OCD?

Answer 1

• The full form of OCD is "Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder'

• It is a common, chronic and long-lasting disorder in which a person has uncontrollable, reoccurring thoughts (obsessions) and behaviors (compulsions) that he or she feels the urge to repeat over and over.
• Common symptoms include:

1. Fear of germs or contamination
2. Unwanted forbidden or taboo thoughts involving sex, religion, and harm
3. Aggressive thoughts towards others or self
4. Having things symmetrical or in a perfect order

• Common compulsions include:

1. Excessive cleaning and/or handwashing
2. Ordering and arranging things in a particular, precise way
3. Repeatedly checking on things, such as repeatedly checking to see if the door is locked or that the oven is off
4. Compulsive counting