Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Category: Mental Health / Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) that cause anxiety or distress, and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions) performed to reduce that anxiety.

Global Prevalence

Approximately 1-3% of the global population (National Institute of Mental Health, 2017)

Medical Breakthroughs

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