Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Control

What is obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD? How is it related to eating disorders, addiction, and suicidal ideation?  This post will help you focus on what you can control and remind you of what you can't. The cycle of OCD can only continue when we isolate and try to control the things we have NO CONTROL OVER! 

This is what OCD looked like at the lowest point in my life.

OCD created conditions that I continue to overcome to this day.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by unwanted thoughts (obsessions) that lead to repetitive behaviors (compulsions).

• Symptoms: Common symptoms include persistent fears, intrusive thoughts, and the need to perform certain rituals to alleviate anxiety

• Causes: The exact cause of OCD is not fully understood, but it may involve genetic, neurological, and environmental factors

• Treatment: Effective treatments often include psychotherapy, particularly cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and medications such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).

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TMS for OCD: An Effective Treatment Option to Relieve Symptoms

Overview of TMS

TMS is a therapeutic technique that involves using magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain. It is particularly effective for individuals with OCD who have not responded well to traditional treatments such as medication or cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). The FDA approved TMS for OCD in 2018, recognizing its potential to help manage symptoms in treatment-resistant cases.