In a previous Sharepost I wrote about the ways in which obsessions and compulsions relate. In this post I'm focusing on one of the leading models to help explain why some people develop OCD while others don't.
Over the past couple of decades a huge amount of research has been undertaken into why people with OCD interpret their thoughts differently. Over time these cognitive approaches have revealed a number of characteristic differences in people with OCD.
Outcomes and Responsibilities
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Source: Harvard Decision Guide
Prevention There is no way to prevent OCD. Treatment OCD usually is treated with a combination of psychotherapy and medications. Medications The... Read more »
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