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Understanding Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
TLDR Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is characterized by obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors, such as hand washing, to alleviate those thoughts. OCD can manifest in different ways, impacting daily life and career, but can be treated with cognitive behavioral therapy and antidepressants.
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The podcast episode titled "How OCD Works" from "Stuff You Should Know" begins with an ad for Arizona State University and then goes off on a tangent about meeting Tony Shalub, the actor from the TV show Monk.
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Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is characterized by obsessive thoughts and the need to perform compulsive behaviors, such as hand washing, to alleviate those thoughts.
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Obsessive thoughts in OCD can often be categorized into four categories: germs, symmetry, forbidden thoughts, and doubts.
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OCD can manifest in different ways, such as the need for order and the overwhelming doubt that leads to constant checking, and it can be particularly challenging in a restaurant setting due to shared utensils and the fear of potential dangers.
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OCD can lead to agoraphobia and other symptoms such as hair pulling, and it can have a significant impact on a person's daily life and career.
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Obsessions can also include disturbing thoughts, such as violent sexual thoughts or acts of violence, and there are treatments available for OCD, such as cognitive behavioral therapy.
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Through therapy and often in conjunction with antidepressants, obsessive-compulsive disorder can be treated and overcome.
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