The obsessive compulsive (TOC) disorder is a condition in which it has unwanted foster thoughts and sensations (obsessions) that make it perform repetitive behaviors (compulsions). Repetitive behaviors can significantly interfere with social interactions and daily activities.
All experience obsessions and compulsions at a certain point in time. From time to time we verify if the cylinder or the gas stove is off, we verify if our doors are blocked again and again, and we continue to clean the surfaces of chairs, tables, etc.
But if all this becomes extreme, then it is no longer considered normal but a sign of TOC.
Toc symptoms
The fear of making mistakes needs neatness and perfection fear of gems, dirt or pollution need constant tranquility to organize things in a specific way bathing, cleaning and washing hands over and over again. Reviewing things, such as locks, doors. Fear of losing control or making mistakes.
Causes
The exact cause of the TOC is not completely known, but it is believed that some factors contribute to its development, including:
1. Genetics
People who have relatives with OCD have a greater risk of developing the condition.
2. Environment
Stressful life events or trauma can trigger the TOC
3. Biological factors
Hypersensitivity in certain brain areas and neurotransmitter imbalances.
Treatment
Patients with TOCs who receive appropriate treatment generally experience an improvement in TOC symptoms, as well as a higher quality of life and improve operation.
1. Cognitive behavioral therapy
A type of cognitive-behavioral therapy (TCC) known as exposure and response prevention (Ritual) (ERP) is first-line therapy for OCD.
2. Medication
A class of medications known as selective serotonin-reuptaza inhibitors (ISRS) is the other first-line treatment for OCD. Examples are fluoxetine, sertraline, etc.
3. Combined therapy
The use of cognitive behavioral therapy and medication.
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