A Review on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder characterized by uncontrollable, unwanted thoughts and repetitive, ritualized behaviours. It is a good example for neuropsychiatric disorder. It can vary from mild to severe forms. There is no known specific cause for OCD. However, genes and chemical imbalances in the brain may contribute to the illness. Symptoms include obsessions and compulsions, sometimes any one or other. It can be treated by pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy and finally by using psychosurgery. In the future we can expect the exact origin of this disorder.