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can ocd be treated?

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Yes, absolutely: Ocd is very treatable, usually with a combination of medications and psychotherapy.  Cognitive behavioral therapy (cbt) is a well-researched and practical psychotherapy for this condition.  A psychiatrist who knows the best medications and ways of augmenting them, plus a psychologist or other therapist skilled in cbt, will be the best treatment team.

Question 2

ocd since 15 years?

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Can happen: If you have significant symptoms, i hope that you are receiving professional care for your condition.

Question 3

how to help my ocd?

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Get Free Thru ERP!: Exposure &amp; response prevention= gold standard non-medication treatment 4 ocd. Read jane singer's article about how erp helped her 20-y-o son recover from ocd here: http://bit.Ly/z7dftt  caution: erp is hard as it involves not giving in when ocd orders u 2do something. Requires letting urself experience rising anxiety 4 a while. Get ppl u're close 2 involved in ur treatment 2help u stay motivated!

Question 4

can you outgrow ocd?

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OCD: Individuals with successful treatment of OCD can learn very effective techniques to manage the symptoms of OCD and consequently not be imprisoned by it.  Sometimes, people experience a reduction in symptoms as they get older.

Question 5

can ocd be outgrown?

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Ovrcome not outgrown: Generally ocd does not go away on its own, which it seems you are asking when you use the word "outgrown." exposure / response prevention (erp) is a well validated treatment for ocd. It involves working w a therapist who helps you expose yrself to the triggers for the compulsive behavior, then preventing the compulsive response.  Over time the urge to do the behavior is more easily dismissed.

Question 6

is there a cure of ocd?

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No: But there is plenty of help. Ocd like many other disorders such as diabetes, hypertension, arthritis and mood disorders can be treated successfully, but often require long term treatment so the disorder does not seriously impair a persons function and they can live a fairly normal life. The best care is counseling, desensitization and medication combined. A strong positive attitude helps also.

Question 7

how to come out of ocd?

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First, Know Ur OCD: Before seeking out treatment, ensure that u get the most effective treatment(s) available! i'd suggest doing lots of research on ocd. Learn about how it works & about what treatments are effective (esp exposure & response prevention, mindfulness meditation, psychiatric meds). Teach your family/friends about it. Listen 2this teen w/ocd: http://bit.Ly/10wlenp   also see: http://www.Ocfoundation.Org.

Question 8

whom to consult for ocd?

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Psychiatrist: Ocd can be managed by both psychotherapy and medications.  However, medications are often necessary especially if symptoms are severe.  Patients with obsessive compulsive disorder (ocd) exhibit increased metabolic activity in the cortico-basal ganglia network in the brain compared with healthy controls.  So if medications are needed, it is best to consult with a psychiatrist (md).

Question 9

i am suffering from ocd?

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OCD: Tx is available, if your symptoms are interfering with your daily functioning or causing distress. Talk to a mental health professional.

Question 10

what are symptoms of ocd?

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Persistent ideas : Obsessions are persistent ideas, thoughts, impulses, or images that are experienced as intrusive and senseless.  Compulsions are repetitive, purposeful and intentional behaviors that are formed in response to an obsession, according to certain rules.

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