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Constantly concerned with health. ruminating on potential symptoms. hand washing. possible anxiety disorder or ocd? difference between the two?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

OCD is one type of: an anxiety disorder. IF you have that it is very treatable. There are mental health professionals who specialize in the treatment of OCD. Although anti-depressants can play a role in treatment, please don't use them w/out good psychotherapy. Peace and good health.

Answered 10/15/2017

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