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Understanding OCD: What It Means and How It Affects People

Defining OCD: The Basics of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, commonly referred to as OCD, is a mental health condition that affects millions of people around the world. It is characterized by recurrent and persistent thoughts, urges, or images that are intrusive and unwanted, and often cause significant anxiety or distress. These thoughts, known as obsessions, can lead to repetitive behaviors…