While known causes aren't fully understood, genetics or hereditary factors are often thought to be related to OCD.

What is OCD? Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is a mental health disorder, "where a person gets caught in a vicious cycle of obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors," explains Guerra.

What makes OCD even more debilitating is that such obsessive thoughts also cause the person to engage in repetitive behaviors that often interfere with their daily activities and cause significant ...

Researchers examined the DNA of over 53,000 people with OCD and over 2 million people without OCD, gathering data that could ...

These may not be normal habits but signs of OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder). Understand its causes, symptoms and easy treatment options so that you can get help in time.

As with OCD in general, the exact cause of responsibility OCD isn’t fully understood and is believed to be influenced by a combination of factors, such as the following.

An OCD counselor gave us the rundown on Contamination OCD, providing examples of common obsessions, compulsions, and evidence-based treatments.

This week is OCD Awareness Week, when activists, organizations and clinicians spread the word about the condition to dispel the stigma and share greater understanding ...

Stopping an OCD attack includes keeping a log of causes, using mindfulness meditation to refocus thoughts, and reminding oneself that thoughts are not dangerous and will go away.

OCD may have a significant impact on relationships and other aspects of daily life such as work, finances, and family relationships. Read more.

If you're experiencing symptoms of sexual OCD, it may be uncomfortable to talk about it. But therapy can help you develop healthy coping mechanisms for intrusive thoughts.

Country music singer Luke Combs recently opened up about his experiencing living with Pure O, a subtype of OCD characterized by intrusive, unwanted thoughts without any visible compulsions.