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Conditions InDepth: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

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Main Page | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Living With OCD | Resource Guide



OCD may be associated with other disorders, including:

  • Tourette syndrome —characterized by multiple motor and vocal tics
  • Body dysmorphic disorder—imaginary or exaggerated defects in appearance
  • Eating disorders—such as bulimia nervosa or anorexia nervosa
  • Substance abuse



What are the risk factors for OCD? | What are the symptoms of OCD? | How is OCD diagnosed? | What are the treatments for OCD? | Are there screening tests for OCD? | How can I reduce my risk of OCD? | What questions should I ask my doctor about OCD? | What is it like to live with OCD? | Where can I get more information about OCD?



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