Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
What Is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder? Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental illness that causes repeated unwanted thoughts or sensations (obsessions) or the urge to do something over and over again (compulsions). Some people can have both obsessions and compulsions. As a condition, OCD is not about propensities like gnawing your nails or thinking negative musings. An […]
Your Comprehensive Guide to Anxiety
The American Psychological Association (APA) defines anxiety as “an emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts and physical changes like increased blood pressure.” Anxiety is a broad term used to describe a variety of symptoms and specific disorders. When people feel anxious or say they struggle with anxiety, they typically mean that they tend […]
