OCD: Causes, Signs & Symptoms
The disorder known as obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is characterized by recurrent, undesirable, and unpleasant thoughts, ideas, impulses, or images. People with OCD are motivated to repeat a compulsion, often known as a ritual, in order to get rid of the thoughts. The compulsions and obsessions—including cleaning and hand washing, checking on items, and mental tasks … Read more