Abstract
This research paper, will be covering Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. It will be using the abbreviation OCD for Obsessive Compulsive disorder. It will cover the topics of what is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder? Who is affected by Obsessive Compulsive disorder? What are the types of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder? What treatment options are available for Obsessive Compulsive disorder? What types of medications can be prescribed to treat Obsessive Compulsive disorder? What alternative treatment options are available? In answering these questions, this paper will provide a clear understanding of what Obsessive Compulsive disorder is in this report. As well as give insight to what a person who suffers from the disorder goes through. Covering …show more content…
Of these thoughts who are the individuals being affected by Obsessive Compulsive Disorder it is believed that 6 to 9 million Americans are suffering from OCD. This disorder does not discriminate and can impact children, young adults, adults and the elderly. It is not a gender based disorder affecting men and women. It is not a cultural bias disorder affecting any human brain of any cultural background. It is believed that a person’s genetics can make them vulnerable to this disorder but testing has not proven to have a positive link at this time. Substance abuse such as the use of cocaine and marijuana can cause the onset of the disorder. Stress can also induce OCD symptoms although no clear connection has been made at this time. Habits and learning development can trigger symptoms such as learning to be perfect or fearful of world events creating habits to ease fear. OCD is not inherited but it is believed that of ¼ of those diagnosed has a family member with the disorder. Also, that can be because 1 in 40 adults have the …show more content…
As of recent studies it is believed that it can be part of a mutant gene but that is a relatively new theory that is still being tested. Since no abnormalities in the brain have been found it is difficult to assess who will have this disorder or when it will become active in any person. The only thing that is currently known is that those who suffer from OCD have more activity in the brain where the ability to stop or inhibit behaviors is active. With ongoing studies, more information will be available in the future to determine the causes of
This research paper, will be covering Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. It will be using the abbreviation OCD for Obsessive Compulsive disorder. It will cover the topics of what is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder? Who is affected by Obsessive Compulsive disorder? What are the types of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder? What treatment options are available for Obsessive Compulsive disorder? What types of medications can be prescribed to treat Obsessive Compulsive disorder? What alternative treatment options are available? In answering these questions, this paper will provide a clear understanding of what Obsessive Compulsive disorder is in this report. As well as give insight to what a person who suffers from the disorder goes through. Covering …show more content…
Of these thoughts who are the individuals being affected by Obsessive Compulsive Disorder it is believed that 6 to 9 million Americans are suffering from OCD. This disorder does not discriminate and can impact children, young adults, adults and the elderly. It is not a gender based disorder affecting men and women. It is not a cultural bias disorder affecting any human brain of any cultural background. It is believed that a person’s genetics can make them vulnerable to this disorder but testing has not proven to have a positive link at this time. Substance abuse such as the use of cocaine and marijuana can cause the onset of the disorder. Stress can also induce OCD symptoms although no clear connection has been made at this time. Habits and learning development can trigger symptoms such as learning to be perfect or fearful of world events creating habits to ease fear. OCD is not inherited but it is believed that of ¼ of those diagnosed has a family member with the disorder. Also, that can be because 1 in 40 adults have the …show more content…
As of recent studies it is believed that it can be part of a mutant gene but that is a relatively new theory that is still being tested. Since no abnormalities in the brain have been found it is difficult to assess who will have this disorder or when it will become active in any person. The only thing that is currently known is that those who suffer from OCD have more activity in the brain where the ability to stop or inhibit behaviors is active. With ongoing studies, more information will be available in the future to determine the causes of