Psychic
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a long-lasting disorder in which a person experiences uncontrollable and recurring thoughts (obsessions), engages in repetitive behaviors (compulsions), or both.
- Nature of disability : Acquired
- Age group concerned : Teenage years and adulthood
- Number of people affected : Around 2% of the population
Symptoms
- Obsessions (disturbing, repetitive and uncontrollable thoughts), causing severe anxiety.
This is alleviated by the development of repetitive, irrational and uncontrollable behaviours (compulsions)
Solutions for accessibility
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