300.3 Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is characterized by repetitive, unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and irrational, excessive urges to complete certain actions (compulsions). Although individuals with OCD may know that their thoughts and behaviors are irrational, they are often unable to stop or control them.
A diagnosis of OCD requires the presence of obsession and/or compulsions that are time-consuming, cause major distress, and impair work, social or other important function. Approximately 1.2% of Americans have OCD and among adults slightly more women than man are affected.
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At the age of 4, I was diagnosed with severe early-onset Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. In order for you to better understand how and to what extent my disorder affects my daily life, I have created a map of my obsessions and compulsions. I hope to give you an insight into the daily life of an individual coping with
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.