Tell me about the symptoms and treatment of Obsessive Compulsive
Disorder (OCD). About 2-3 % of all people are afflicted with OCD
(Obsessive Compulsive Disorder). OCD is associated with
particular brain structures, which have some similarity to brain
structures in people with more severe psychic disorders. The
symptoms of OCD can vary from patient to patient. Here are some
examples of symptoms which may occur for OCD patients: Abnormal
need to shower, wash their hands, brush their teeth, sometimes
for hours at a time. Need to repeat safety questions, like "did
I lock the door" many times, or to repeatedly check that the
door is locked or the stove is off or something similar. Need to
adhere to rigorous personal rules of what is acceptable or not
acceptable, like where to walk, what to eat, how to walk, how to
eat, etc. Repeated unwanted or unreasonable thoughts or impulses
can make you do something illegal or dangerous. Abnormal anxiety
over dirt and germs. Need to have your life organized in a
particular way