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OCD, A Brain Disorder

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a brain disorder caused by dysfunction in the cortico-striato-thalamo-cortical (CSTC) circuit and neurotransmitter imbalances. Hyperactivity in the orbitofrontal cortex, anterior cingulate, and basal ganglia leads to intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.

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OCD, A Brain Disorder

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  1. OCD, A Brain Disorder OCD was considered to be an anxiety disorder, however recent neuroimages of patients with OCD reveal altered brain structures suggesting OCD is a brain disorder. Therefore, Understanding OCD in neurological terms is crucial. What is OCD? Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is associated with unnecessary and recurrent thoughts, sometimes images that cause one to do repeated tasks to mitigate those thoughts. Doing certain tasks eases the anxiety only temporarily and the cycle continues. ● Constantly worrying about germs ● Unusual sexual thoughts ● Recurrent Religious/ Blasphemous concerns Are some of the common symptoms of obsessions in people with OCD. These thoughts compel them to wash hands over and over again, arrange and re-arrange things, pray repeatedly, and look for reassurances. Neurobiology of OCD Circuit The Biology of OCD remains a crucial area of interest. The brain areas implicated in OCD are the cortico–striato–thalamo–cortical circuit in the brain. Cortico-basal ganglia web or OCD circuit is associated with habit formation. Imaging shows that lesions are created in this neural network of the brain during the onset of OCD. Furthermore, hyperactivity is observed in this region of the brain in people with OCD. Other Causes of OCD Can include factors like ● Environmental changes ● Neurochemical imbalance ● Genetics ● PANDAS (an infection caused by streptococcus bacteria in children resulting in ticks and OCD like behaviours) Diagnosis and Treatment

  2. OCD is diagnosed by the analysis of symptoms and previous medical history. Treatment of OCD is usually done with various forms of Psychotherapy. The most effective is Exposure and Response Therapy. Medication is recommended by experts. based on the activity of neurotransmitters. CTA Book your consultation for the best treatment of OCD at Renewed Mental Health Group. Allow us to take care of your mental needs in a personalised way. Contact Us: E Mail: ● info@renewedmentalhealthgroup.com Phone: ● (714) 361-0898 Website URL: ● https://renewedmentalhealthgroup.com/ Location: ● 421 N. Brookhurst Street, Suite 119, Anaheim, CA 92801 ● 1131 W. 6th Street, Suite 232, Ontario, CA 91762 ● 6101 N Ball Rd, SET 214, Cypress CA 90630

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