Researchers found differences in how brain regions work together during certain cognitive tasks, which may help clinicians ...

Obsessive-compulsive disorder can be disabling without treatment. Learn more about when and how to seek professional help.

PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] - A new study revealed that certain brain regions are more active in people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) during cognitively demanding tasks. The ...

No single fear defines the condition. There are familiar obsessions like washing your hands or checking the stove. But there’s also hoarding, hypochondria or a terrible fear you’re going to harm ...

Most of us will have intrusive thoughts at some point. Dr Nina Higson-Sweeney explains when you should seek help.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder affects up to 10 million Americans, according to the International OCD Foundation. Experts say the disorder can manifest in ways beyond the common ...

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is a mental health disorder, "where a person gets caught in a vicious cycle of obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors," explains Guerra. The thoughts and fears such ...

Program has OCD sufferers kick tires, jump in Dumpsters, touch toilet seats. Feb. 15, 2010 — -- Away from home for a conference, Faye Lange takes a minute before heading out for what she calls ...

On the surface, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and eating disorders might not seem like they have much in common. But both involve distressing thoughts and emotions that can drive repetitive or ...

Obsessive-compulsive disorder, commonly referred to as OCD, is a chronic condition characterised by recurrent persistent thoughts which usually co-occur with repetitive compulsive behaviour.

Staying single can be a genuine choice. But for some, fear and doubt quietly drive avoidance. Here’s how relationship OCD can ...