About one in 40 people have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Men and women develop OCD at similar rates and it can affect all age groups, ranging from school-aged children to older adults. OCD ...

People use lots of words to describe their struggle with chronic anxiety disorders. Frustrating. Irrational. Crazy. These are some of the most common words my clients have used. But here’s the most ...

Anxiety disorders are the world's most common mental health problem. But it isn't always easy to get professional help, with long waiting lists in many countries. Worldwide, only about 28% of people ...

OCD can have a significant impact on relationships and other aspects of daily life. Individuals may experience isolation and have reduced opportunities for social connection due to symptoms. Obsessive ...

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that involves intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors. While OCD primarily affects daily functioning, it can often extend to sleep ...

While EMDR was originally developed to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), emerging research suggests it’s also an effective therapy for OCD. EMDR is a form of therapy that typically involves ...

Hypothyroidism may affect obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) through altered neurotransmitter activity, inflammation, and immune system responses. The connection may also work the other way around.

Background: Relaxation training is a common treatment for anxiety problems. Lacking is a recent quantitative meta-analysis that enhances understanding of the variability and clinical significance of ...

Beta-Blockers for Anxiety: What Are They? Beta-blockers are medications that slow down certain types of cell activity in your body. Doctors often prescribe them to treat heart and circulatory problems ...