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Is OCD a symptom of autism spectrum disorders?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is not a symptom of autism spectrum disorders. However, people with autism spectrum disorders can exhibit behaviors that appear similar to OCD, without having OCD. Also, people with an autism spectrum disorder can have OCD as a comorbid condition.
Do you have to be clean to have OCD?
No that is just one of the disorders. You can be ocd over just about anything.
If you have OCD are you more likely to have other disorders?
Yes, a lot of people diagnosed with OCD also are diagnosed with other anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder.
Can someone with bipolar have OCD and depression without being diagnosed with bipolar?
yes it is possible. Bipolar is very difficult to diagnose, especially in teens. Bipolar has similar aspects as ocd. infact Bipolar has many other traits similar to many,many other disorders, that's why it is so hard to diagnose. But yes it is possible. hope this helps
What mental disorders are commonly found in people suffering from bulimia?
People suffering from bulimia are often found to have anxiety disorders, OCD, bipolar disorders or depression, body dysmorphic disorder.
Is OCD a borderline disorder and or disability?
OCD is not a personality disorder.Borderline personality disorder is a personality disorder.They are both different mental disorders that can have different levels of disability depending on how severe the disorder is
What is the medical term meaning pertaining to diseases and disorders associated with aging?
Geriatric diseases and disorders are associated with aging.
Is OCD axis 2?
OCD is classified under "Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders" in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). It is not typically considered to be an Axis II disorder as per the previous DSM-IV classification system.
Is it possible to have ADHD like behavior and not ADHD?
Of course! Misdiagnoses are common, especially in mental disorders. This is partly because the symptoms do not necessarily lead to the disease, but also because many different disorders can have similar symptoms. In particular, symptoms of OCD and ADHD can look very much alike but they are actually opposite malfunctions of the same part of the brain. In OCD this part of the brain is overactive and in ADHD it is underactive. Unfortunately, this has often led to diagnoses of "comorbid" ADHD and OCD, but researchers are discovering that the brain processes are actually opposite, which means it would be impossible to have both at the same time.
What disorders are treated with behavioral therapy?
affective (mood) disorders, personality disorders, social phobia, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), eating disorders, substance abuse, anxiety or panic disorder, agoraphobia, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
What is seroxat?
Seroxat a brand name for paroxetine, commonly known as Paxil. It is an SSRI antidepressant used to treat depression, axiety disorders, as well as OCD. It's similar to other SSRIs like Prozac, Zoloft, Celexa, Lexapro, etc.
What is paroxetine hydrochloride?
Paroxetine hydrochloride-- Paxil; a SSRI that is used to treat mental depression, OCD, and various other disorders.
