What are the symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
What are the symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
Symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) include intrusive thoughts that are irrational or worrisome, paired with ritualistic behaviors or compulsions that alleviate anxiety. Watch psychiatrist Sue Varma, MD, explain the main symptoms of OCD.
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